Welcome to SPC. We deliver technology and management advisory services so you can realize the full business potential of your software development process.
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SPC at a Glance |
Head Office
1066 West Hastings Street
Suite 2000
Vancouver, BC V6E 3X2
T. 604-662-8181 |
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United States
1200 Harris Avenue
Suite 201
Bellingham, WA 98225
T. 360-671-2978 |
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Toll free in North America:
1-877-548-1948, ext. 228
Email: info@spc.ca |
Founded in 1992, we've worked with more than 1,000 clients to improve their software quality, increase speed to market, and lower development and delivery costs. Our clients include leading companies in the technology, telecommunications, financial, health care, aerospace, energy, education, manufacturing, professional services and government sectors.
SPC engagements have spanned the globe, enabling us to understand software development challenges and trends that no other advisory firm can envision. Most recently, enterprises such as Express Scripts Inc., Business Objects, Kodak Graphic Communications Canada Company, KeyBank, State Farm Insurance, American Student Association (ASA), DaimlerChrysler Services North America LLC, Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC), Custom House, and Borland Corporation have relied on SPC to positively impact their development organization. Learn more about SPC.
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Expert Knowledge & Relevant Insights |
Knowledge and insights – that’s what sets SPC apart from other IT and management consulting firms. Our unique understanding of the technical, management and operational challenges at play within software development organizations as well as the industry at large enables us to deliver truly effective and actionable guidance. Our expert knowledge and relevant insights enable you to deliver lasting change that optimizes the business value of your software development efforts.
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People |
Our people are outstanding. As a leading provider of technology and management analysis and advice to the IT and software industry, SPC attracts professionals who are at the very top of their field and who believe in our one-size-does-NOT-fit-all approach to answering our clients’ software development challenges. That inspires them, distinguishes us, and is of great value to our clients in an industry where most advice is hopelessly generic. Learn more about our Experts and Consultants.
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Executive Management |
SPC’s leadership is dedicated to the company’s long-term mission of enabling software organizations throughout the world to realize the full business potential of their software development processes, technologies and teams.
Geoff Hewson, President
As President of SPC Geoff is responsible for driving the overall thought leadership behind the organization’s service offerings and research initiatives. Geoff also oversees the operations of the service delivery division of SPC.
Geoff’s contribution to the IT industry has included new content for the Rational Unified Process Methodology, architecting SPC’s own process documentation solution, Essential Set Enterprise (now Serena Software’s Teamtrack Process Library), and integrating best practices for the use of Borland’s Estimate Professional with the use of Borland’s Caliber RM Requirements Management solution. Geoff holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of Sheffield, UK. Read Geoff’s full bio. |
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Douglas Muir, CEO
As CEO, Doug is the leader of the SPC team and provides the creative spark to empower and challenge them to take the business to higher levels of client satisfaction, service innovation and operational strength and sustainability. The success since 2004 of SPC’s renaissance is testament to Doug’s leadership.
Joining SPC in 1999 as Principal Consultant, Doug’s gained through hands-on experience a complete understanding of all aspects of SPC’s business. He’s worked with dozens of clients delivering the value that SPC is known for.
Prior to SPC, Doug worked in increasingly senior positions for a variety of information technology companies. Doug is a member of the Vancouver Board of Trade, PMI and the ACM, and is a professional engineer in the UK. Read Doug’s full bio. |
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Resources |
Interested in useful information on software development practices and project management advice? From technical briefs and free templates to suggested reading and links to other great sites, you'll find it listed in our Resources.
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How to Become a Client |
Get SPC’s value working for you.
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Join our Team |
Would you like to work in a team environment where you can make a difference? Do you have at least 12 years senior-level experience developing IT strategies, overseeing complex projects, and managing both centralized and distributed development teams? Then SPC may be right for you! We offer an exciting, rewarding and challenging environment where talented professionals prosper. If you have a resourceful "can-do" attitude and want to join a successful and growing consulting firm as an employee or contract consultant, let us know.
Affiliates & Partners
SPC focuses its affiliate and partner relationships on technology, distribution and service organizations that enhance the depth and range of our client engagements. If you are interested in exploring an affiliate or partner opportunity, please contact us.
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Contact Us |
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