Managing bespoke software development projects

Would a bespoke software system enhance your organisation's unique offering?

Every business has a unique offering that enables it to compete effectively in the marketplace. In many cases, this unique offering can be improved by a bespoke software system - developed specifically to enhance the competitive edge. However, many growing businesses don't have the resources to build such a system themselves and will prefer to outsource the project, working in partnership with a software developer. Entrusting a third party with your competitive advantage can be risky - we can help you to control that risk.

Our approach to managing bespoke software development projects includes:

• Clarifying user requirements and defining the scope of the system.
• Developing a Functional Specification.
• Researching and evaluating suppliers who have experience in developing software applications.
• Managing the competitive tender and demonstration process.
• Reviewing supplier proposals, considering experience, costs, build specifications and timescales.
• Selecting the right supplier and ensuring all parties agree the defined requirements of the system.
• Project managing the software development and implementation.

How does this benefit your business? 

• You are assured that the system developed will meet your business requirements - now and in the future.
• You can avoid the time and costs involved with external research and evaluation of suppliers, by using experts with in-depth knowledge of the marketplace.
• Because we understand software technologies and the supplier market, you are assured that the supplier selected will be the best for the system development required.
• You will have confidence that all costs have been identified in advance of the project starting and that it will be delivered on time.

If you would like to find out how we can help your business, please contact John Dennison or your local BDO advisor.