Creating clarity together: Discovery workshop for your project!
Software development is a broad field. Software is used in almost all areas of modern life, and there are a variety of platforms, programming languages and technologies that can be used. Making a meaningful selection here can be challenging.
Many software projects are also complex and require an iterative and situational approach. Furthermore, software development is often a team process in which architects, developers, designers, testers and project managers have to work together to create first-class software products. This collaboration requires effective communication, coordination and integration of individual contributions. All in all, it’s not that easy.
‘We have had very good experiences with starting developments with a discovery workshop. The customers gain valuable insights into our team and our way of working. And we recognise the big picture and get to know the needs, parameters and requirements in detail. This is how we jointly create clarity and a good basis for making informed decisions about feasibility, required expertise, effort and the way forward – an investment that pays off.’
Use cases in practice
The situations we encounter at our customers’ premises often vary. Here you will find a selection of use cases in which we would be happy to support you:
Selection of optimal technologies
Choosing the right technology at the beginning of a project is crucial for long-term success. A rash decision can later lead to costly adjustments, limitations in scalability or inefficient processes. Each technology has its own strengths, weaknesses and specific areas of application – a well-founded selection helps to avoid later stumbling blocks and to exploit the full potential of the solution.
We support our customers in identifying the optimal technologies for their individual requirements. In doing so, we take into account aspects such as existing system landscapes, scalability, maintenance requirements, security requirements and future-proofing. Through our structured discovery workshop, we work together to create clarity about the technical parameters and develop a solid basis for decision-making for the further development process.
Complex, regulated development projects
The development of software in highly regulated industries, such as medical technology or the automotive industry, places high demands on structure, traceability and quality. Thousands of requirements must be precisely recorded, documented and implemented in a scalable architecture. In doing so, regulatory requirements must be met while remaining agile and efficient.
We support our customers with our in-depth expertise in software architectures, extensive experience in software development and agile project management. Our flexible and solution-oriented approach enables us to successfully implement even the most demanding projects in regulated environments. In the discovery workshop, we create a clear basis for cooperation and develop a strategy that meets the specific requirements of your project.
Coaching and sparring
Software development is a dynamic field that requires not only technical excellence but also continuous development of teams and processes. Professional coaching and regular sparring help companies to set up development projects properly, establish best practices and implement them successfully in the long term. Whether it’s the optimisation of software architectures, the improvement of code quality or the introduction of new technologies – an experienced partner at your side makes all the difference.
Our experts not only have in-depth technical knowledge, but also know how to communicate it in a practical way. We support our customers with targeted coaching, support teams in tackling new challenges and are on hand as a sounding board with honest advice and tried and tested solutions. We believe in absolute transparency and a high level of technical expertise, and we help to put projects on a sustainable footing.
Proof of Concept
Before companies make major investments in new technologies or software solutions, it is crucial to validate the feasibility and potential of an idea at an early stage. A proof of concept helps to verify technical and business assumptions, recognise risks at an early stage and gain valuable insights for further development. This enables well-informed decisions to be made before larger resources are tied up.
We support our customers in implementing proofs of concept by clarifying critical issues at an early stage, identifying dependencies and developing viable solutions. We contribute our expertise in software architectures, agile project management and modern technologies.
Integration of desktop and web applications
In vielen modernen Softwarelösungen ist es erforderlich, leistungsstarke Desktop-Anwendungen für den täglichen Gebrauch mit flexiblen Web-Anwendungen zur zentralen Datenpflege zu kombinieren. Während Desktop-Anwendungen den Fokus auf eine intuitive und leistungsfähige Benutzeroberfläche für Endanwender legen, ermöglichen Web-Anwendungen einen ortsunabhängigen Zugriff auf zentrale Daten und administrative Funktionen. Die nahtlose Integration beider Welten stellt jedoch hohe Anforderungen an Architektur, Sicherheit und Synchronisation.
Wir legen großen Wert darauf, Softwarelösungen ganzheitlich zu betrachten und die individuellen Anforderungen unserer Kunden in den Mittelpunkt zu stellen. In einem Discovery-Workshop gewinnen wir gemeinsam Klarheit über Ziele, Rahmenbedingungen und Anforderungen. Basierend darauf entwickeln wir ein maßgeschneidertes Konzept, das sowohl die Nutzererfahrung als auch betriebliche Anforderungen berücksichtigt.
Development of web and cloud applications
Web and cloud applications are essential components of modern IT landscapes. They offer companies flexible, scalable and location-independent solutions for designing efficient business processes and meeting the increasing demands on availability and performance. Whether it’s customer-oriented portals, internal applications or the processing of large amounts of data, cloud technologies make it possible to use resources as needed and optimise operating costs in the long term.
In an initial step, we work with our customers in a discovery workshop to define the objectives, requirements and parameters of the application. In doing so, we take into account aspects such as scalability, security, user-friendliness and integration options in existing systems.
Modernisation of legacy systems
Many companies are faced with the challenge of modernising outdated IT systems in order to keep pace with increasing demands for efficiency, security and scalability. Outdated technologies can lead to high maintenance costs, a lack of flexibility and security risks, while at the same time hindering company growth and digital transformation. A well-thought-out modernisation process makes it possible to maintain proven business processes while benefiting from modern technologies.
We support our customers in the step-by-step modernisation of their legacy systems – from analysing existing structures and planning the modernisation strategy to implementing it. In a discovery workshop, we work together to analyse the current situation, identify technical and functional challenges, and define realistic goals for the modernisation.
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