Seven Tips for Motivating Software Development Teams

By Kaushal Amin

It’s a challenge for anyone in a management position to ensure that projects are delivered on time and to a high standard. A famous 1995 report by the Standish Group found that only 16% of software projects are completed on time and on budget. It’s debatable how much has changed in the intervening two decades, but there is one key ingredient to project management that will always improve your chances of success—motivating your developers.

There are a lot of different ways to encourage your team to engage with the project, and even to get excited about it. Here are some practical tips you can apply today to motivate your software development teams.