Three-quarters of the staff of experts in software testing Specialisterne diagnosed with some form of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Usually handicap, ASD passes talents especially suitable for software testing and other repetitive tasks that require very high precision. This case describes a growing company struggles with unique challenges, as it implements a "social enterprise" business model, it describes the difficulties faced by non-profit social entrepreneurs implementation of business models in areas normally inhabited by non-profit organizations. The fact is also useful as an introduction to the business of software testing. "Hide
by Robert D. Austin, Jonathan Wareham, Xavier Busquets Source: Harvard Business School 20 pages. Publication Date: February 14, 2008. Prod. #: 608109-PDF-ENG
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