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When organisations face complex technology projects, they often must choose between strong software engineering or specialist data science. But the real competitive edge comes from a partner who delivers both full-stack engineering and applied data science in one seamless solution.
Ever wondered about what drives the decisions that your users make and why users interact with your website in a certain way?
AI implementation costs extend far beyond the initial price tag: hidden expenses in data management, security, training, and organizational change can significantly impact your ROI. Discover how to navigate these complexities and ensure your AI investment delivers sustainable value through strategic planning and comprehensive cost management.
Starting your first AI project can be a daunting task with so many tools, technologies, and possibilities available. In this article, we break down how to get started with key steps, best practices, and offering insights on how to approach AI with realistic expectations and strategic planning for impactful outcomes.
2023 was different. A year that stands out from any other year in The Virtual Forge’s history. Don't forget to watch our "Year in Review" video right at the end!
A short reflection on how our team continued learning in 2022.
Melissa takes us through the contentious subject of which project management methodology is the right one to use.
How to run a successful helpdesk that maximises the efficiency of your business.
AI Agents are changing how organisations operate by shifting from reactive automation to proactive intelligence. For business leaders, the question isn’t whether to adopt them, but how to do it strategically, responsibly, and at scale.
Offshore outsourcing may seem cheaper upfront, but the hidden costs of delays and miscommunication often outweigh the savings. Onshore and nearshore partnerships offer closer alignment in time and culture, driving faster collaboration and more reliable results.
Building an AI Agent isn’t just about prompts and models, it’s about turning ideas into reliable systems that actually get work done. This post breaks down the real-world architecture of AI Agents, from the “brain” and memory to guardrails and workflows, showing how to move from flashy demos to dependable automation.
AI Agents represent the next evolution of artificial intelligence—moving beyond answering questions to actively taking initiative, making decisions, and executing tasks autonomously to help businesses scale operations while maintaining human oversight.
AI is transforming software testing by automating repetitive tasks and generating test cases, but human testers remain essential for guiding strategy, validating AI outputs, and addressing complex, context-dependent scenarios. Success comes from integrating AI tools with experienced testers, fostering collaboration, and balancing machine efficiency with human judgment.
Meet the women behind VF... Today we have the profile of Nicola Goldie, our Senior Client Relationship Manager.
Meet the women behind VF... Today we have the profile of Anita Kelly, our Head of Projects, Design and Delivery.
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