Summary: In this week’s article roundup, we learn the shocking statistics behind mobile app failure, the benefits of self-service projects and why many fail, and more.

How CIOs can boost mobile app adoption
Nearly 80 percent of mobile apps are abandoned after their first use, according to some reports. What can IT leaders do to keep that initial spike from plummeting after a couple of weeks? Here are some tips to ensure your mobile app doesn’t fail.

10 features all dashboards should have
When used properly, a business dashboard gives your executives real-time insight into your company’s key metrics. But, be careful. When used improperly, some dashboards can cause more harm than good–wasting your valuable time and hindering your decision-making process.

How to avoid self-service IT pitfalls
Self-service systems can lower support costs and improve end user productivity. The problem is…many of these self-service IT projects fall flat. Learn how to avoid this fate.

10 Things Non-Developers Love To Say To Developers
Developers and end users never see eye-to-eye. For developers, a “simple change” from end users may actually require days of work. End users get frustrated when they have to wait around for their requests. What’s the solution? Here’s a great story that explains how one company got around these issues, making both sides happy.