The Value of Contract Engineering in a Tight Labor Market
Across industries, companies are facing the same challenge: finding and retaining top software engineering talent. With demand for skilled developers at an all-time high and labor markets tighter than ever, many organizations are struggling to balance project demands with limited budgets and staffing shortages. That’s where contract engineering provides real value. Why Contract Engineering Matters […]
Unlocking Innovation Funding: How the R&D Tax Credit Fuels Software Engineering
In today’s fast-paced tech world, innovation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a survival strategy. Software companies, from startups to established firms, constantly push boundaries to create solutions that are faster, smarter, and more secure. Yet many don’t realize there’s a powerful tool available to help fund that innovation: the federal R&D (Research & Development) Tax […]
The Hidden Costs of Not Modernizing Your Software Infrastructure
In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven economy, outdated software isn’t just a minor inconvenience, it’s a silent drain on your company’s productivity, security, and competitiveness. Businesses that put off modernizing their software infrastructure often don’t realize the real cost until it’s too late. At IQ Inc., we’ve seen firsthand how legacy systems can quietly eat away at […]
Automation 2.0 Isn’t Just Robotics, It’s Intelligent Decision-Making
When people hear “automation,” they often picture robots welding car bodies or pick-and-place arms moving parts on a production line. But a new wave of automation is emerging that goes far beyond repetitive motions. “Automation 2.0” harnesses artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) data streams to enable systems to understand […]
What Every Product Manager Should Know Before Starting a New Software Project
Starting a new software project is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Whether you’re launching a new product or modernizing an existing system, the decisions made early on can set the stage for long-term success or long-term technical debt. At IQ Inc., we’ve partnered with product managers across industries from healthcare to transportation to […]
Bridging the Gap Between Legacy Systems and Innovation: A Roadmap for CTOs
In today’s fast-paced digital world, Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) face a familiar challenge: how to modernize critical legacy systems without disrupting the business operations that depend on them. The tension between stability and innovation has never been greater. At IQ Inc., we’ve helped organizations of all sizes transform legacy infrastructures into modern, scalable, and secure […]
At the Forefront of AI and Innovation: What the Energy & Innovation Summit Means for Pittsburgh
This past week, Pittsburgh once again stood at the crossroads of history and innovation. The Energy & Innovation Summit at Carnegie Mellon University brought together technologists, policymakers, and business leaders to explore the future of energy, artificial intelligence, and industrial transformation. Among the keynote speakers was President Donald Trump, whose remarks underscored the national attention […]
Code Smarter, Not Harder: Training Our Engineers in the Age of AI
At IQ Inc, we’ve always believed that innovation starts with people. As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the software engineering landscape, we’ve made it our mission to ensure our engineers are not just keeping pace but leading the way. Over the past year, we’ve introduced focused internal training initiatives designed to equip our developers with […]
From Sensors to Software: Building the Backbone of Manufacturing 2.0
As the manufacturing industry rapidly evolves, the term Manufacturing 2.0 has become synonymous with smarter, faster, and more connected operations. But what truly powers this transformation isn’t just the machinery, it’s the software behind it. At IQ Inc, we’ve seen firsthand how software engineering is becoming the backbone of modern industrial automation. From integrating complex […]
Cybersecurity Starts in the Code: Best Practices Every Business Should Demand
In an era where software runs the world, every line of code has the potential to open a door to innovation, or to intrusion. At IQ Inc, we have seen firsthand how proactive and security-first development can mean the difference between smooth operations and a critical breach. Cybersecurity isn’t just an IT department responsibility, it […]