The Software Dilemma

"The Software Dilemma" is a professional book that addresses the challenges and complexities of software development in an increasingly connected business world. It highlights the necessity of effective governance of architecture and technology strategy to ensure the coherence of software solutions and avoid excessive complexity. At the same time, it emphasizes that software development requires space for creativity and personal responsibility to meet growing business demands. The book offers perspectives from CIOs, CTOs, software architects, and auditors, each representing different interests that need to be considered and balanced. It provides valuable insights and best practices for assessing software projects and effectively communicating identified issues to the responsible parties. The authors' extensive experience in software engineering, governance, and auditing forms the foundation for the topics discussed.