CORDIACE - Process & METHOD
Strategy
The strict methodology that we follow at Cordiace Solutions is what differentiates us from the rest. The first and perhaps the most important phase of our whole design process is strategy making. Gathering the information, requirements and then analysing them to form the strategy for the whole project serves as the key for success. We understand this importance and hence we are on the top of our job for this. Informative meetings with the various stake holders and managers, understanding their needs remains our primes focus in this phase.
Once the information is gathered, the next step is to analyze the same and accordingly prepare the strategy. A detailed timeline of the project is decided with joint discussion with the client to ensure a smooth collaboration and implementations. The strategy once prepared and document is shared with the client team for a quick feedback which keeps us on track. The analysis follows to devise the design process which comes next.
Design
Once the strategy is made, next is the formulation of the same. Our design team makes a detailed design of the project with flow charts and specifications. A mock-up is designed as per the specifications and strategy devised. User interface design and the features chosen is another important aspect of the design phase. Being creative and nurturing innovation are the keys for an outstanding design. We are specialists to the core in this aspect. We never hesitate to try out of the box ideas for the design that could differentiate your product from the crowd.
The design made includes details of the smallest of the specifications. After the design is ready, a quick feedback is taken from the client to help keep us on track. Updated designs are made as per the client recommendations. During this phase, the test strategy is also designed by determining the pitfalls in the system.
Coding
When the design is ready, the task is handed over to our expert coders. Coding is the key to the whole process and perhaps the heart of the whole development life cycle, hence we have some of the top developers in the industry ready to work on your product development. The whole coding task is divided into units and modules and handed over to different specialized teams who then start the actual coding process. Separate teams take care of the front end coding (HTML, CSS, JS) and the backend coding (.PHP, JAVA, .NET etc). Effective collaboration between these two teams ensure minimal integration issues and satisfactory end result.
In case of doubt, our coding team makes every effort to reach out to the client to bring in their valuable inputs which boost the whole coding process. This phase consumes the maximum amount of time in the whole development cycle.
Testing
Once our experts are ready with the code, the developed model software is handed over to the test team for verification and testing. The test team crosschecks the FRS document and makes sure the developed software is in line with what was desired by the client. We encourage client participation in our test team boosting the confidence of the client. Efficient test methodologies are designed for checking the coding for bugs.
The developed product, whether it is the application or the website designed, is tested for consistency on multiple devices and platforms including mobile devices and the desktop. All the testing done is documented for client review and future reference.
In case some issues arise in the test, the coding team works on the software once again to clear the bugs. A proper testing is further conducted on this modified product. After the test team is satisfied with the coding, the software is handed over to the deployment team.
Deployment
Once the tester gives a green signal, then the last stage is the deployment of the product. The product is deployed to the client end in a beta version to get the feedback. In the beta version the client can review the complete functionality of the system thereby being able to judge the work for its quality and consistency. A detailed feedback is sought from the client ensuring customer satisfaction. If any changes are required to be made or there are some bug issues, then our development team looks into the case with great concern.
Integration issues are sorted out with attention being given to the minute details. After the product is certified by the customer it is fully deployed and our maintenance team comes into effect. The product performance if reviewed by our experts and improvement suggestions if any are offered and taken care of. We also offer free post-deployment maintenance for a limited amount of time to benefit the client.