Open Source

Development Methodologies

Any software development project requires efficient utilization of resources while minimizing risks. To achieve this, it is essential to not only choose appropriate technologies, but also the methodology adopted to develop the software so that it can meet the changing market requirements. Choosing the right development methodology ensures a smooth development and implementation process of the solution.

Multiple development methodologies have been laid down; however no single approach fits all development projects. The decision on which methodology is to be used is largely based on the nature, complexity and duration of the project. At Open Source Development, we are competent in various development methodologies including waterfall, agile, and spiral.

  • Agile Development is a software development model that includes a variety of development methodologies that can be followed to create adaptable software i.e. software that can easily meet changing customer requirements.
  • The spiral model consists of progressive iterations to achieve the end goal. It has evolved from the more structured Waterfall model.
  • Scrum Development lays emphasis on self organizing, cross-functional teams that work collaboratively with the client (or product owner) in delivering a solution. Scrum application is built in and then delivered to the product owner in multiple short 2-4 week sprints.

Recommendations

We enagaed with Icreon in the summer of 2009 to build a new aspect for our Saddlery company, the brief was to come up with a suitable adaptable ecommerce solution and also a community site for members. We had unfourtnately engaged a cheap off the shelf solution prior to talking with Icreon. After quickly working out that the off the shelf solution would not work, Our in house designers and Icreon set to work to remake the project. In my opinion I have never been more impressed by a company.


John Colville
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