Creating software is a difficult task. The goals of a program can be hard to specify and can change as rapidly as your business. With shifting destinations and a myriad of possible implementations we have adopted some procedures and tools to keep the process on track and running smoothly.

As well as programmers, we are also consultants. We perform a thorough analysis of the goals and proposed benefits the program is supposed to provide in order to ensure the client will get the value they seek-- sometimes it turns out software isn't the answer. This analysis requires a lot of questions and answers, and is also used to determine effective communication channels early on.

We practice a variant of the Agile Methodology: try to get a working prototype early on, which is then used to guide further development.

1. Consult with client to determine needs and generate a rough specification for what should be implemented.
2. Break the spec into small work items and estimate each one. The aggregate estimate is then presented and while each item has lots of variability the sum provides a good guide for the cost of a project.
3. Implement a prototype based on the work items. We use software configuration management tools to record every code change, link each change to a work item, and record time spent. This process builds up a database of useful information covering nearly all aspects of the project.
4. Consult with the client to see how well this meets their needs. Cycle back around incorporating changes.

Change happens, we're prepared to help you meet it.