Project managment

Prof. Don Morgan

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

Name : Venkata Mamidi Rama

ID : 248315

Software Development Project

Problem/Opportunity

At the present, the organization is operating using the traditional software development approach which seems to be static and does not embrace change. However, the organization needs to adopt the use of agile software development which is more flexible adaptable to changes. Moreover, the organization needs to find suitable ways to meet the growing customer demands. In the traditional software development system, the process is carried out holistically. On the other hand, the agile software development approach adopts the use of iterations which embraces continuous change and enable the software development teams to break down the phases into smaller sections in-order to frequently deliver effective software.

Goal

As identified, there is a growing need within the company to deliver a better system which has the capability of meeting the growing needs by the customers. Therefore, the main goal of the project is to adopt the use of agile software development as opposed to the traditional method.

Objectives

1. Replace the traditional software development approach with agile development approach.

2. Ensure enhancement of the operations of the organization.

3. Ensure that customers’ needs are promptly met.

4. Come up with a long-term suitable software system for the organization.

5. Train the staff on the newly installed software.

Success Criteria

1. All software development processes are migrated to agile development approach.

2. All the operations of the organization are enhanced such that the needs of the customers are fully met.

3. The entire staff of the organization can access and use the new system.

Assumptions/Risks/Obstacles

1. The organization still functions using the traditional software development system.

2. Migration to agile development approach will enable the organization to meet its objectives.

3. Migration to the agile software development approach can be costly.

4. Operations of the organization may be stalled by the migration.