Custom Software Development Checklist
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Custom Software Development Checklist
Summary
Creating custom database software begins with a clear and comprehensive checklist. This guide aids the Analysis and Requirements phase, ensuring efficient project development by addressing key questions.
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Introduction
If you're considering working with 21st Century Technologies, Inc. on a new system, this checklist and your responses will streamline our analysis process.
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Business Considerations
1. Project Timeline: What is your desired delivery date or project schedule?
2. Purpose and Urgency: Why is this project important, and how urgent is it?
3. Budget Constraints: Outline any cost limitations.
4. User Interaction:
- Processes: Describe how users will interact with the system (e.g., product purchases, adding customer information).
- Data Handling: Specify input/output needs, like form data entry and export requirements.
- Activity Frequency: How often will activities occur (daily, weekly)?
- Operational Cycles: Identify routine operations like weekly sales reports.
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Application Details
1. Development Tools: Are there preferred technologies? Consider splitting the application for web and desktop use.
- Options include C
/VB.NET, ASP.NET, ColdFusion, SQL Server, and more.
2. Integrated Applications: Will other software be used (e.g., MS Word, Excel)? Specify versions.3. Display Preferences: Desired screen resolution and size.
4. Client Environment:
- Preferred Windows version and web server.
- Operating System (Windows, Apple, Unix, Linux).
- Hardware specifications (clock speed, hard drive space, RAM).
5. Network Considerations: If applicable, describe network type and configuration, including security/user groups.
6. Uptime Requirements: Is 24/7 availability necessary? Explain the business need and consider associated costs.
7. Internet/Intranet Access: Specify the desired data access level (data entry, report viewing).
8. Security Needs: Determine required security levels (network, database, application).
9. Backup Strategies: Describe current backup procedures and their importance.
10. Remote Support: Will remote troubleshooting be necessary?
11. Documentation Requirements: Indicate needed documentation types (user, admin, online help).
12. User Proficiency: Assess user skills with relevant tools and environments.
13. System Interfaces: Will integration with other systems be necessary?
14. Audit Trail: Is there a need for tracking changes to data?
15. Compliance: Are there specific reporting or security regulations to comply with (e.g., HIPAA)?
16. Reports:
- Number and types of reports needed (include samples or sketches).
- Desired output formats (PDF, Excel, HTML).
17. User-Defined Reporting: Is custom reporting needed?
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Data and Volume Considerations
1. User Load: Anticipate the number of users short and long term.
2. Simultaneous Access: Estimate peak concurrent users.
3. Data Traffic: Describe data types (text, images, video) and expected traffic volumes.
4. Data Storage: Estimate the number of records for storage.
5. Data Importing: Is migration from existing systems required?
- Explain whether a one-time or ongoing data import is necessary.
- Address any data conversion challenges.
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By answering these questions, you'll provide essential insights needed for a successful custom software development project. Feel free to contact us via the details provided to discuss your specific needs further.
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