One of the road blocks that we usually encounter when working in a virtual office is the delay of project updates. In the old days, before I can make changes to the codes on the server, I need to verify with the senior developer if he has made any updates lately. This way, we will not overwrite each other’s changes but this is always usually the cause why projects get delayed. I talked to my boss about this issue so they’ve decided to give me access to the source code repository. Since then, the updating, merging, branching process takes no time at all. There are still minor problems that need to be addressed so we’re in the lookout for better software.

I came across hosted team foundation server and wondered if this could deliver what our company needs. At first glance, it supports the usual features – simultaneous checkouts, conflicts resolution, branching, merging. The only difference is that the this hosted tfs can be expanded just in case you want to add more users and space. I also like the part about getting a report on the progress of the project, code updates, bugs and milestones.

The price for tfs hosting is relatively cheap too compared to other services that we’ve tried. They also offer a 30 day money back guarantee so if you’re looking for something similar for your company, it won’t hurt to give their service a try.