Insights
There’s a lot happening everyday in the software industry. So here we go with software insights: trends, how to’s, ranks & reviews, community, and all-things-Berg Software.
At Berg Software, we develop software products since 1991. We support a broad range of industries and technologies, and deliver value through product development, team extension and several other services.
Navigating the Challenges of Digital Transformation in Retail
We live in the era of digital innovation, and adopting new technologies to improve operational efficiency has become imperative for businesses from all industries, including retail. However, the integration of new technologies is a complex process, and retailers need...
Top Technology Trends for 2024
Our world is evolving at a rapid pace, and each year brings a new wave of technology trends that redefine the way we live, work, and interact with the things around us. In 2024, the tech landscape promises to be more dynamic and transformative than ever before. In...
A Year in Review: 2023’s Tech Highlights
As 2023 comes to an end, it’s time to take a look at the tech highlights of this year. During the past months, we saw several trends that transformed industries and reshaped the way businesses operate. From Artificial Intelligence to Health Tech, the past twelve...
Revolutionizing Healthcare: How Smart Hospitals Are Changing Patient Care
In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, the emergence of smart hospitals is one of the most promising innovations. In fact, statistics show that, by 2030, the global smart hospitals market is expected to hit USD 164.88 billion. Integrating cutting-edge...
Medical and Healthcare Technology Trends
Throughout the past few years, the healthcare technology sector has experienced unprecedented growth, reshaping the way healthcare is delivered, managed, and experienced. By 2030, the global healthcare IT market is expected to increase by almost one-fifth of its...
The Difference between SAP Fiori and SAP S/4HANA
The Difference between SAP Fiori and SAP S/4HANA SAP solutions are the industry standard for managing critical company processes, enabling efficient control of areas like advertising, marketing, merchandising, and administration. Within SAP's extensive product...
Sustainability and Green Office Automation Initiatives
Sustainability and Green Office Automation InitiativesSustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility increasingly take on a more important role in business practices. For many firms, environmental, social, and governance issues have become a more central concern....
How Retail Automation Contributes to Sustainability
What is sustainability in business? The Retail Automation contribution What is sustainability in business? Sustainability is playing an increasingly important role in our society. Technology, created by custom software development companies, is an important instrument...
Automate the shopping experience to attract the cautious consumer
Automate the shopping experience to attract the cautious consumer Regarding retail, two essential elements make or break the business: the consumer's experience and adaptability to the consumer's forever-changing preferences. Keeping up with global economic aspects...
Gen Z and the Future of Retail
Gen Z and the Future of Retail A new generation of shoppers is already here, and they are ready to shape the future of retail. After the millennial craze, when the entire generation was accused of ruining some important systems, industries, and sports, such as...
Optimizing lab flow using automation
Optimizing lab flow using automation Consider how optimizing lab flow may look like with lab automation. Consider improvements that increase your laboratory throughput while lowering your overall cost per test by 79%. Consider making the process faster and increasing...
Lab automation solutions for every laboratory analysis phase
Lab automation solutions for every laboratory analysis phase Automation has revolutionized the way we work, and laboratories are no exception. Lab automation has transformed workflows and increased efficiency, accuracy, and reproducibility. In this era, we are...
Customer behavior is changing. Retail automation proves a must
Customer behavior is changing. Retail automation proves a must Customer behavior changed in the past couple of years. Consumers have been facing a significant number of challenges. From COVID and working from home to growing concerns about the post-pandemic and...
Maximizing Efficiency in Retail with Process Automation
Maximizing Efficiency in Retail with Process AutomationProcess automation is a necessity for retail businesses. Keeping up with the constant demand for products and staying competitive in the market can be challenging. Retail automation is a game-changer for one...
Emerging Trends in Healthcare Technologies
Emerging Trends in Healthcare Technologies Over the past few years, we have witnessed a significant development in healthcare technologies—from biomedical technologies to drug development. After all, it’s no surprise that, of all the industries that the pandemic has...
Berg Software 2021 AD: an exhilarating climb for the 30th anniversary
This was an exhilarating year, with climb after climb after climb. Until we touch into 2022, why don’t you tell us: how was *your* year?
Apache Kafka hands-on: synchronized communications between platforms
We discuss the optimization of online/offline data flows and processes with Apache Kafka.
Berg Software’s 30th anniversary: What does the future hold?
What does the future look like? Where do we “see ourselves in 5 years”, both as a company and a community of software developers? We’re not clairvoyants, but we know that the first step to reaching your goals is to imagine them.
Software commercial models: license vs. SaaS vs. custom software development
When buying software, how important is the commercial model, and how do you pick between licensing, SaaS, and custom software development?
The software industry during disruptive times: India vs. non-EU Europe vs. Romania
Digitalisation is “up to 11”, and no new business starts without digital-first. All while the software development force that was supposed to drive them is just being reshuffled.
Berg Software: the open, independent & reliable 30-years-old “millennial”
Here you have it: if you’re a client, you now know why and how we always have your back covered. If you’re an employee or prospective applicant, Berg Software treasures your coding powers and personal skills.
Custom reporting tool from HTML to PDF: flexible, straightforward & regulatory compliant
Reporting is a necessary evil: it is accepted/must be done in order to achieve a better outcome. Here’s how we built a custom reporting tool, from HTML to PDF.
Performance tests & integration into GitLab CI/CD pipeline (w/ Gatling)
When continuous development and delivery of features are performed at very high rates, the system performance must stay within defined constraints. Here’s how we developed and integrated Gatling performance tests into GitLab CI/CD pipeline.
Software in the wild: supporting businesses with data and algorithms
Software algorithms are everywhere. The best way to enhance them: start with business targets, end with benefits.
Berg Software rolls high on 30 years of software technology
High-speed innovation, combined with exciting client projects, means that 30 years of software development feel like 150. Old? Nope, just experienced and ready to kick and roll with any tech that comes next.
Berg Software is 30 years old… due to great people
When talking about Berg Software’s 30 years’ “history”, there’s nothing as important as “the people”. Our growth and success are built on individuals’ growth and success.
Berg Software is 30 years young!
Yes, you read that right: in 2021 Berg Software celebrates 30 years of continuous, high-performance software development. And we got a speech about what got us here.
Clutch names Berg Software as Top Romanian Development Company for 2021
Berg Software has been named one of Romania’s top-ranking development companies, recognizing our expertise across multiple technologies (Java, .Net, JavaScript, Angular, SAP Fiori, AWS, Azure etc.).
Digitalisation “how to” (6/6): Final checklist
As our 5-parts Digitalisation “How to” series is over, the important points need extra-emphasis. Here’s a summary/checklist for your digitalisation projects.
Memory-sharing: from basic to full-blown, with Hazelcast IMDG
Memory-sharing systems can be quite challenging. You can develop your own platform, or try Hazelcast IMDG for an extensive list of solutions.
Digitalisation “how to” (5/6): Scale your digital product/solution
How do you scale a digital product/service? We look into the business, technology, and team aspects of scaling.
ACLs: high-volume restoration management
When trying to restore ACLs, you can run either into high-volume issues, or into security restrictions. Here’s our solution:
Digitalisation “how to” (4/6): Go to market
How do you go to market with a digital product? We touch into several strategical points and tactical steps.
Take advantage of async processes in REST Applications with Java Spring
Asynchronous processes can be implemented in many different ways. We look into five concrete situations.
Digitalisation „How to”: Software product development/management (3/6)
Before any code: make sure that the software development team understands your business goals and desired functions/features set, then translates them into technologies, architecture, iterative plans and frequent deliverables.
Dynamic IP remote access for software developers with custom-made solution (Python +Terraform +GitLab)
Software developers’ remote work is challenged by frequent IP changes? We got a simple custom-made solution w/ Python, Terraform and GitLab.
Digitalisation “how to”: create, evaluate and manage digital value (2/6)
Digitalisation is on everyone’s minds. Make sure you focus on creating and delivering value, and that you are able to manage it all.
Software development on MacOS, with .NET Framework v4
Microsoft’s .NET framework is not (yet) out-of-the-box compatible with MacOS. While we wait for Apple’s M1 to change this, we present you the Mono framework.
How digitalisation starts: the spark
Where and how to start digitalisation projects? While the spark is important, we think that a company’s readiness and attitude towards innovation are essential.
Single-page applications: old & new solutions for user interface (UI)
Single-page applications (SPA) are the standard for the implementation of user interfaces for web applications. We discuss several solutions.
From .ppt to .done: How digitalisation works (0/5)
What is “digitalization” and how does it work? Where does it start, what are the methods and processes to do it right, and where does it stop?
Random-generated tests using a simulated environment
Random-generated software testing can be the solution for large software projects where both speed and quality are highly important.
2021 Technology and business predictions
We ended 2020 with two reviews (re. Business and Tech), so it is quite natural to start 2021 with technology and business predictions.
2020 Review (2/2): The Technology Landscape
In 2020’s technology landscape we have seen AI/ML, Cloud and QA bringing a positive impact on revenue increase and cost reduction.
2020 Review (1/2): The Business Landscape
The 2020 business landscape was challenging for most businesses but rewarding for some. We look at winning and losing industries, and possible causes and trends.
7 Reasons to Outsource Your Software Services to Romania
Romania is a significant destination for software outsourcing because of competitive costs, supply of IT specialists, excellent tech skills & great location.
BigData, lightning-fast / The road from SQL to BigData
BigData can significantly impact both your costs and revenue. But with moving targets, how can you make the right decisions?
End-to-end tests journey & Integration into a GitLab pipeline
End-to-end tests are a safety net to increase software quality. We discuss development, maintenance, and Gitlab integration.
Stuck at stakeholder engagement? Try an Agile approach.
Stakeholder engagement is increasingly important in complex projects. We suggest taking an Agile approach that keeps things simple, focused and effective.
Tips and tricks: Get back to your old software job vs. Jump into a new one
Whether you are looking inside the company to improve your current work (and status), or outside at new opportunities, we have some tips & tricks.
How to: Get browser data into Excel with SheetJS
A frontend technique that pulls Excel files from the grids / tables within a web application, using JavaScript.
Overview: Ionic framework for hybrid, multi-platform applications
How do companies manage to keep consistent across multiple platforms (web and mobile)? At Berg Software, we work with -and recommend- Ionic.
How to: Use Java for automated reporting via Excel
Working with loads^2 of data and adding automation on top is relatively simple: just couple Excel with Java to boost your automated reporting.
5★ Jobs @ Berg Software: Skills, empowerment & fun
What makes a good software job? At Berg Software, we identified six main areas that can impact an applicant’s employment choices.
How to: Secure remote work
The first prerequisite for remote software development is your partner’s environmental security (i.e. processes, flows, data, communications etc.). Regardless of your company’s focus, we strongly believe you should go past the mere antivirus coverage.
Where and how to: Find your software outsourcing company
Finding a software outsourcing company for best results *and* compatibility with your organisation? After 29 years in the software industry, we have some insights.
Developing a minimum viable product for manufacturing, via third-party robots’ REST API
How to: automation software MVP for manufacturing. A web application prototype, to maximize the loading degree of the production machines, using third-party robots’ REST API.
How to get the Agile certification in 12 weeks
Adrian Nitu talks about the work behind getting an Agile certification, and how it keeps supporting him during his everyday work.
The digitalization of core processes scales your uniqueness to create unique value for your customers
Adrian Nițu (Business Unit Manager @ Berg Software) talks about digitalisation of core processes in a two-parts interview for Digital Future.
Berg Software @ Digital Future Virtual Congress
During the Digital Future Virtual Congress (26.-28.05.), Berg Software’s experts get into the depths of core process digitalization through custom software development. Come join us to find out more!
Managing Projects in a Skilled and Cost-Effective Manner Facilitate Berg Software to Thrive at GoodFirms
A combination of industry and exceptional technical expertise with a visionary approach endows Berg Software to thrive amongst the top software solutions and service providers at GoodFirms. View Berg Software's GoodFirms' profile to know more about its standard...
8 Top Tech Skills in Demand This Year
Forecast of top software skills in 2020: Mobile development, Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Blockchain […]
Rocking around the Berg Christmas tree
Happy Holidays, everyone! For us, Christmas came early and brought us the most amazing gift – partying together, of course. This year, the theme was Rock Party and we rocked it all night listening and dancing to this genre’s hits because it was a party wild horses...
7 Important Questions to Ask a Custom Software Development Company
How to choose a software development company: here are 7 questions to ask software firms. 1. Ever worked on a similar project? 2. What technologies…
28 Candles on the Berg Cake
Berg Software’s 28th anniversary party is a significant milestone. How else to celebrate than with the right amount of grill and cake?
Berg Software Named Top Development Firm in Romania by Clutch
Clutch has named Berg Software among the top Romanian service providers! We thank our customers for a perfect 5 out of 5-stars!
4 Reasons Why You Should Consider Nearshoring Instead of Offshoring
Nearshoring = contracting to external companies located in nearby countries (similar time zones, fewer cultural barriers, easy travel, local legislation).
5 Big Ways Software Outsourcing Can Help Your Startup
Berg Software’s outsourcing services can help startups with: Lower costs; Scaling up or down; Experience and talent […]
Goulash, Beer Bikes and Spa Day @ This Year’s Berg Team Building
Our anual team building was a little different this time - we left the country to spend 3 days together in the capital of Hungary. We wanted to feel back in highschool again, going on roadtrips with our favourite friends, so we booked a bus that took us to our weekend...
The 4 Main Reasons Why You Should Outsource Cybersecurity Operations
Companies consider all options to help boost online security, including outsourcing to external agencies that specialise in providing expert services.
Pool Day, Everyday
Berg Software’s courtyard just turned into a summer pool – it guarantees better ideas will go into our software development.
Flip-Flops and Sunglasses at our Berg Summer Party
Berg Software’s summer party: tropical house vibes, awesome pool, flip-flops and sunglasses, and -of course!- BBQ.
We Got an Awesome Office Makeover
Berg Software upgrades its Timisoara office building, with a lot of emphasis on… everything: more space, chill meeting areas, casual working hubs.
BergSoftware on DesignRush.com
DesignRush is a B2B marketplace that connects clients with thousands of agencies across all specialties, from branding to web design to marketing and beyond. Berg Software is recognized as a top App Design & Development Company on DesignRush and we are extremely...
Benefits of Working in the City Outskirts
Working outside the city comes with a lot of benefits: peace and quiet, ease of access, lower costs.
5 Soft Skills That Make You a Better Software Developer
Good soft skills are a big asset when talking about success. Hard skills are the tehnical stuff that you need to know in order to do your work like technologies & programming languages, but clients want to work with people who also have social abilities, who are...
Read Our Brand New Case Studies – The Stories Of Our Clients
Case studies about client satisfaction and how we started with a task & a business objective, how we overcame our challenges and the value we created.
6 Ways to Make Your Business More Secure
Data security is one of the top issues of the digital world and taking a proactive approach to security is one of the best investments a business can make. The impact of a cyber attack can have a fatalistic effect on a company’s financial plan, reputation & client...
Berg Software is a 5-Star IT Strategy & Software Development Firm on Clutch
After evaluating Berg Software’s market presence, experience, and operations, Clutch recently included Berg Software on its list of strong data analytics companies.
4 Steps to Get into the Christmas Spirit at the Office
As Christmas time falls upon us, we wanted to create a more festive atmosphere at the office and make it a December to remember. These are our 4 Christmas activities that got everyone excited: First step: decorate all the trees! It’s a great bonding activity to gather...
We Are Recruiting Programmers in Oradea
Berg Software jobs: we hire software developers in Oradea. Our job opportunities include: JavaScript Frontent, Backend; SAPUI5; ABAP.
Happy Berg Software Day!
Berg Software’s 27th Anniversary: we keep turning energy, creativity, hard work and ideas into software.
Trick or treat! We’ve got sweets
Last Halloween was spooky and creative, as we decorated scary pumpkins, but this year we decided to make this holiday more... tamed. We decorated the entrance in a poetic autumn theme with huge pumpkins, corn, flowers, nuts and autumn fruit. We tried to make it more...
We Met Amazing People at Angajatori de TOP Career Fair Timișoara
Berg Software joined Angajatori de TOP Career Fair in Timișoara, and had the best time talking to professionals about our software jobs. Thanks for joining!
See You at Codecamp on October 6!
Because the first editions were such a success, we decided to support again this amazing event that’s happening in Timișoara, on 6th October! You can attend the Codecamp conference at West University of Timișoara and participate in 8 parallel tracks with specialists...
How to Choose the Right Software Outsourcing Partner in 6 Steps
It’s not easy finding a software outsourcing company that is compatible with your organisation and has the competencies to get you the best results. Because we have 28+ years experience in developing long lasting relationships with clients, as their software...
Creating a Great #Bergsquad, One Team Building at a Time
Berg Software’s team buildings: creating a great #BergSquad, one event at a time. This round: summer weekend retreat in the mountains.
Having Fun at Our Very Own Mexican Fiestaaa!
Berg Software’s summer party: hot Mexico exotic bar, sombreros, and extra-spicy Mexican Comida — slightly cooled down by the summer rain.
Berg Software Supports The Amazing Women In Tech
Berg Software supports women in tech: 45% of our employees (including 45% of the management team) are women!
5 Reasons Why You Should Digitize Your Company Right Now
Ever wanted to know how and why to digitize your company? Then you have probably stumbled upon terms such as digitization, digitalization and digital transformation. Although they seem to be saying the same thing, they actually describe various degrees of deploying...
We Are All Happy Kids on Children’s Day @ Berg Software
Because we put family first, every year we organize the best Children’s Day bash, right in our backyard. Of course, our honored guests are the Berg kids and their parents who we’ve invited to have good Friday fun. This year, we transformed our courtyard in a real life...
Our New Berg Software Brand
Brand refreshment of Berg Software: build on a history of innovation, while staying young and fresh in the avantgarde of software development.
Berg Software at Codecamp Timișoara
Meets us on April 21 at Codecamp Timișoara, at West University of Timișoara! Because we are always enthusiastic about the local IT community, what better way to interact with fellow developers and talk about the latest trends than at one of the best events in the...
Migrating Your Business to the Cloud: 5 Huge Advantages
Cloud migration comes with important benefits: scalability; improved cost management; disaster recovery; mobility & flexibility; enhanced security features.
5 Benefits of Custom Software for Your Business
Custom software products are remarkable because a software company can offer you a unique solution, specific to your company.
Berg and SOFT NET CONSULTING are creating the perfect service
Berg Software partners with SOFT NET CONSULTING for the distribution and support of our bcManager Professional ERP system.
We celebrated a festive Christmas at the office
Berg Software’s Christmas celebrations started before December 1st and peaked with Secret Santa and a “black and white with a touch of red” Christmas party. Merry Christmas!
Thanks for the great welcome at the Oradea Career Fair
Berg Software is hiring software developers in Oradea – so we joined the Oradea Career Fair looking for JavaScript (Frontend Developers, Backend Developers) and Software Test Engineers.
26 years of amazing moments at Berg
Berg Software’s 26th Anniversary: “In order to get far, you need to walk along with the people next to you.”
Pumpkins and fantastic characters at the Berg Halloween event
Berg Software’s parties usually play on a theme. This time, it was Halloween and pumpkins.
We celebrated International Programmers’ Day along with the Banat IT community
Berg Software celebrates International Programmers’ Day along with the Banat IT community at the Autumn BBQ event, along with Timisoara software developers.
Berg knows how to have fun in team buildings!
This year, the Berg team building was a very anticipated event! Our patience has finally been rewarded and we all spent a weekend in the mountains, in late August, that left us with a lot of wonderful memories. We were glad that we had the opportunity to spend a few...
8 Reasons Why You Should Consider Outsourcing Right Now
Outsourcing benefits: reduce costs, optimize working time, access to specialists, focus on core activities, flexibility on hiring […]
We moved to Hawaii for the Berg Summer Party
The Berg Summer Party is one of our favorite events and this time we chose a hot holiday theme that kicked off a party that no one will forget. So on 07.07.2017 we organized the most epic Hawaiian party, in our own back yard. The biggest attraction was the Hawaii bar...
CSR: 6 ways in which Berg helps protect the environment
Berg Software works for a greener environment, by encouraging its team to: decrease electricity consumption, recycle, reduce paper usage, bike to work, support the local food providers.
Colors and joy at the Berg Software party on International Children’s Day
Berg Software, and celebrates Children’s Day on June 1st with cake, music, princesses and pirates.
Școala Informală de IT alumni always bring enthusiasm to our office
As part of Timisoara’s IT community, Berg Software supports “Școala Informală de IT” – a training program for anyone who wants to become a software developer.
Snack Friday – the monthly event for the Berg Software foodies
Berg Software monthly foodie event: The Snack Friday, where teamckooking and teambuilding go hand in hand.