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Slide 1: Software Outsourcing Practices outsourcing lifecycle | project quality | risk management www.softheme.com
Slide 2: Table of Contents  Project Deliverables Quality in Software Outsourcing  off-site team skills  expertise distribution  Software Outsourcing Lifecycle  moving development offshore  Risk Management in Software Outsourcing Model  Software Development Outsourcing Benefits  Choosing an Outsourcing Software Development Vendor  capabilities, flexibility, pricing www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 3: Project Deliverables Quality in Software Outsourcing www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 4: Project Deliverables Quality in Software Outsourcing To ensure the quality of software project deliverables, off-site team should present strong: technical analytical skills communication www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 5: Project Deliverables Quality in Software Outsourcing For better results the skills should be distributed between: client-facing management & support group delivery team whose members have outstanding technical expertise www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 6: Project Deliverables Quality in Software Outsourcing Management/Support Team responsibilities and roles: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Business analysis Requirements specification Project management Interactivity System integration Testing Product maintenance Outsourcing to Softheme™ www.softheme.com Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 7: Project Deliverables Quality in Software Outsourcing Delivery Team expertise/focus: 1. Technical skills and expertise 2. Domain knowledge, analytical skills 3. Focus on quality www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 8: Software Outsourcing Lifecycle Moving development offshore >> www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 9: Software Outsourcing Lifecycle Moving development offshore  Outsourcing model implementation is a multistage process: initiation and transition period is followed by a relatively short stage when a set of simple procedures and metrics get established and apparent advantages of outsourcing become visible.  Major savings are achieved when the systems and processes get transformed into consolidated solid structure. www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 10: Software Outsourcing Lifecycle Moving development offshore stage Real benefits of offshore outsourcing: getting quality and affordable solution Crafting custom structure Installation of more or less standard processes with minor adjustments Transition period Initiation of the project savings www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 11: Risk Management in Software Outsourcing Model www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 12: Risk Management in Software Outsourcing Model Simple steps to mitigate major risks in transferring software projects offshore are listed below. Ongoing development: Deal structure: 1. 2. Moving from small tasks to bigger projects Maintaining flexible and transparent team structure to leave a room for changes Providing ongoing QA of internal builds; supporting frequent milestones and demo releases 1. 2. Clear deliverables & services Key roles 3. 4. 5. Fees Schedule Start and End dates 3. www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 13: Software Development Outsourcing: Benefits  Operating on a global level  Reducing operating costs  Accessing tech skills, expertise  Utilizing new technologies  Re-engineering, cleaning up processes  Getting proven offerings from service providers www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
Slide 14: Choosing an Outsourcing Software Development Vendor Capabilities: Flexibility:  Consistent outcomes  Operating model  Timeliness in meeting deadlines  Experienced and competent resources Pricing:  Willingness to address business needs  Supportive through different business cycles  Reflect market economy  Account for time to understand requirements www.softheme.com Outsourcing to Softheme™ Software Outsourcing Practices
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