For those circumstances where a packaged solution either will not fit or cannot be considered for licensing purposes, SFW has an effective, experienced and competitive software engineering practice for the construction of bespoke systems.
We pay continuous attention to three key elements in order to build quality software applications quickly and reliably.
Firstly, software technology and tooling. By using the latest Microsoft .NET framework along with the CSLA class library extensions, we create systems sufficiently robust, scalable and interoperable to keep pace with evolving technology.
Secondly, process. We use ‘Rapid Application Development' (RAD) and Agile programming techniques for the onshore work where close interaction with the customer and rapid delivery is paramount. This approach is essential when the systems build is allied to a business consulting exercise. In contrast we adopt a classic waterfall method for longer projects and in these cases we can take advantage of the global efficiencies an offshore development sub-contractor can offer. For both of these processes a PRINCE2 management methodology is used.
Finally, there is the quality, experience and training of our staff. While any one of these factors can have a major influence on productivity, together they mean that SFW can deliver in days and weeks, projects which would take our larger competitors weeks and months. This is at no loss of quality, but significant saving of money.