Custom software can be very expensive and scary, but investing in requirements can help you improve the likelihood of success. However, we often want to see things being built rather than simply think about them. That creates two things that fight against each other (get it done or think it through) in many projects. Thus, we must consider early work on requirements and design as an investment. We pay for it in patience, but it saves us in almost every …
We have looked at various topics over the years and consulted on many more. However, it is worth revisiting the idea of a Request For Proposals (RFP) and what you should look for in this process. It is not a small or simple thing in most cases. Therefore, it should be entered in with the respect and expectations it deserves. The steps may seem tedious, but they are worth the investment. We will explore the pros and cons and convince …
Sooner or later we all need to solicit proposals that provide solutions to a problem. This might be a request for an application, a service, or products. It should come as no surprise that an effective RFP process accurately defines the problem. However, there is more detail that makes up an effective RFP. What is a Well Defined Problem? The challenge of a technical RFP is often the language required to create one. The technical staff provide input (or possibly the entire …
