Get Better, Bill Less: The AI Paradox of Software Consultancies

Softwareberatungen verkaufen Zeit gegen Geld. Künstliche Intelligenz beschleunigt Prozesse so stark, dass weniger Stunden für das gleiche Ergebnis nötig sind. Wer schneller liefert, verdient nach klassischem Modell weniger. Das ist ein ökonomisches Paradoxon. Im Hedwig-Dohm-Haus geht es um die Frage, wie Geschäftsmodelle in der Softwareentwicklung überleben. Der Abend beleuchtet, ob Preisstrukturen angepasst werden müssen oder das Stundenmodell vor dem Ende steht. Nach einem kurzen Impulsvortrag tauschen sich die Teilnehmer in Gruppen aus. Es geht um Strategien, agile Methoden und die Zukunft der Branche.

Topic: Get Better, Bill Less: The AI Paradox of Software Consultancies Many software companies make their money by selling developer and consultant hours. AI is squeezing that model from two sides. First, clients need fewer hours. Some build things themselves now, and others turn to competitors who deliver faster and cheaper. Second: if you improve and ship the same software in half the time, you also bill half the hours. In the short term, your revenue drops as a reward for getting better. In the long term, a company that refuses to improve gets eaten by its competitors. So how does a company that sells software development survive when software development gets cheaper? Do we change how we price, what we sell, or who we sell to? Or is the hourly model simply finished? What to Expect: * A concise, 5-10 minute expert presentation introducing us to the nuances of the topic. * Engage in insightful discussions with fellow participants in breakout groups, exploring diverse experiences and practices. * Dive into prepared questions designed to challenge and expand your perspective on the topic. * A fantastic opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and enthusiasts passionate about software development and team building. * Broadening Our Discussions: We explore a wide range of topics, including Extreme Programming (XP), agile management methods, lean theory, career management, programming katas, and other areas related to software development. Whether you're new to software, a seasoned practitioner, or an expert, your insights and experiences are valued here! * Event Details: We'll gather from 7:00 PM, officially start the session at 7:15 PM, and take a break at 8:30 PM to decide the topic for our next session. Don't miss this chance to learn, share, and connect!