Effective Software Project Management

Iterative SDPM Strategy for the Closing Phase of the INSPIRE Model

Figure 36-2 illustrates the Closing Phase of the SDPM strategy for the INSPIRE model.

Figure 36-2. The Closing Phase of the Extreme SDPM strategy for the INSPIRE model

The Closing Phase of the Extreme SDPM strategy for the INSPIRE model is entirely taken up with the decision as to how to proceed with the now completed solution. The solution may be acceptable and may then be deployed, or it may be unacceptable and some further action may be specified. I explore those alternatives later in this section. First, take a look at lessons learned.

Lessons Learned

The Extreme SDPM strategy for the INSPIRE model takes meaningful customer involvement to the extreme (pardon the pun). Both parties must be open and honest in offering and reacting to ideas, no matter how outlandish they may seem. Brainstorming is a critical skill in every Extreme project. At the completion of the project, the customer and the developers should take stock of how well they did with respect to creativity, openness, and honesty. Here are a few questions that might help that improvement effort:

• Did each party offer new or novel ideas?

• Is there a synergy between the two parties?

• Is the entire team working more effectively later in the project compared to earlier in the project?

Solution Types

The final cycle produces a solution. As indicated earlier ...