The phases of a Software development project follow distinct steps. Before approaching a development company be aware of the relevant project milestones and understand the roles of the various stakeholders.
1. Market Research
The research phase could take you 12 – 18 months to complete. Compare other systems that already exist. Be realistic about whether your idea is marketable or not. A well planned survey will help you establish public perceptions.
2. Survey
Listen to what others think about your idea. Target all stakeholders involved; from government authorities to funders and users. The survey process is beneficial in growing your network, building your marketing plan and directing your project scope. A positive perception can prime the market favourably for your enterprise and ensure successful implementation.
3. Create a Powerful Presentation
This document must contain everything from who you are and how your idea has ‘real world’ application, to a full breakdown of costs, stakeholders, marketing strategies, timelines, development milestones to training and implementation.
4. Compliance
Ensure that you are not breaking any laws! Apply for approval from the various authorities before development takes place.
5. Legal
If your product needs to be copyrighted or patented, seek legal advice.
6. Finance
How will your product generate revenue and how will you manage financial transactions. Do you plan to sell your system or app outright or offer monthly subscriptions for usage?
7. Finding your professional Software Development Team
Be prepared for a long working relationship. Your project may take 3 – 36 months to complete. Are they professional and do they have the relevant skills and experience to achieve the goals.
8. Discussions and Consulting
A number of discussions are critical to establish the scope of the project for both parties.
9. Software Development Scope Document
The scope specifies the project milestones which may include project phases, time lines, training, and implementation, bug fixing, support and maintenance. Once this document is signed by both parties, you may request a proposal from the development team.
10. Proposal Document
A proposal document outlines the project scope and costs and also needs to be signed by both parties before further negotiations can commence.
11. Software Specification Document
A specification document is a detailed document specifying the technical aspects of the project.
12. Technical Requirements
Be prepared for a long working relationship. Your project may take 3 – 36 months to complete. Are they professional and do they have the relevant skills and experience to achieve the goals.
8. Discussions and Consulting
A number of discussions are critical to establish the scope of the project for both parties.
9. Software Development Scope Document
The scope specifies the project milestones which may include project phases, time lines, training, and implementation, bug fixing, support and maintenance. Once this document is signed by both parties, you may request a proposal from the development team.
10. Proposal Document
A proposal document outlines the project scope and costs and also needs to be signed by both parties before further negotiations can commence.
11. Software Specification Document
A specification document is a detailed document specifying the technical aspects of the project.
12. Technical Requirements
13. Time Line
A realistic and manageable time line for each phase of the project needs to be drawn up and agreed upon by both parties.
14. Contract and Service level Agreement Documents
These documents formulise the roles and requirements of each party. Their purpose is to protect both parties in the event that things go wrong.
A realistic and manageable time line for each phase of the project needs to be drawn up and agreed upon by both parties.
14. Contract and Service level Agreement Documents
These documents formulise the roles and requirements of each party. Their purpose is to protect both parties in the event that things go wrong.
15. Non-Disclosure Agreement
An NDA is a contract through which the parties agree not to disclose proprietary information or trade secrets covered by the agreement. This agreement is signed by all individuals who have access to your information.
An NDA is a contract through which the parties agree not to disclose proprietary information or trade secrets covered by the agreement. This agreement is signed by all individuals who have access to your information.
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