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Process and
methodology
The ASAP development process is a customized,
multi-phase method of delivering projects on time and on
budget with high customer satisfaction. The methodology
is designed to adapt to both the requirements of each
individual engagement and the pressures of larger
industry forces. Leveraging our technical knowledge and
industry experience with this methodology enables us to
empower our clients, streamline decision-making
processes, expedite production, and cut costs.
1. Define
The define phase begins with high-level planning and
terminates with the delivery of a Functional
Specification. Our clients look to us to provide the
tools necessary to take their business to a new level.
We work with our clients to prioritize the critical
functionality that will allow them to generate revenue
and realize their business goals. This functionality is
detailed through a series of workshops and documented in
the Functional Specification.
2. Design
The design phase begins the extremely technical portion
of ASAP development methodology. At this point in the
process, the project's architect and senior engineers
use the requirements collected during the define phase
to produce the Technical Design document for the
project. This is comparable to an architectural
blueprint. The Technical Design contains the component,
package, and object layout of your project and
illustrates how they will interact. It also contains
scalability parameters, detailed hardware requirements,
and test plans. With this document, the ASAP is ready to
proceed with the development of your project.
3. Develop
The Define and Design phases involved site architects
and senior engineers. In the Develop phase, the project
team is expanded to include software engineers and
specialists in production, documentation, and quality
assurance.
The project manager is your contact throughout the
project, working hand-in-hand with the lead software
engineer to keep you constantly informed.
The engineering team uses a top-down method to divide
the project into units, develop and test the units, and
then integrate them into the final solution.
Production and quality assurance members integrate the
components and ensure that all the parts work in the way
described by the specifications.
Dedicated quality assurance and testers work closely
with the rest of the development team to build and
execute a solid, comprehensive test plan that includes
feature verification, black box, white box, component
and load testing.
Documentation and knowledge transfer specialists provide
appropriate information to ensure that you receive a
total, comprehensible solution.
4. Deploy
Whether deploying a Web project or a custom software
application, the ASAP deployment services consist of
defining requirements and setting up, configuring, and
installing hardware and software. Our consultants and
deployment engineers will work with you to determine
anticipated utilization, stability, extensibility, and
scalability requirements.
After the appropriate technologies are chosen, we
configure the systems and prepare the hardware to
support all your applications. ASAP also offers a
variety of post-deployment services, such as routine
site maintenance and enhancements.
5. Debrief
After the delivery of the project, we conduct a formal
review. We ascertain that the necessary deliverables and
milestones have been met and that you have the resources
needed to support the system we have built. In addition,
we complete the feedback loop by requesting from you a
formal assessment of the project. Because ASAP teams are
evaluated by client satisfaction and their ability to
deliver on time and on budget, this feedback helps us
shape our development processes.
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