We believe that Agile is a mindset or philosophy, rather than a methodology. Agile philosophy is using set of principles to guide you in the choices you make (Agile Manifesto). Of course, there are tools to achieve those principles and those tools can be different. For example, Scrum Framework, Kanban, Lean Software Development (LSD), Extreme Programming, Feature Driven development to name a few.
All those tools can contribute to achieving the Agile mindset. And since it is a philosophy – it can be implemented across multiple areas of Product Development, regardless of the industry. One of the approaches our clients like to use a lot is MVP (Minimal Viable Product) — that includes Feature prioritization and provide customer value by delivering minimal features that can be used early. The feedback is fast! It allows the ability to build a better product that will resonate with future users.
BigRio builds all projects utilizing an “Agile without Religion” philosophy. Our flexible approach is based on the original text and intent of the Agile Manifesto, foregoing heavyweight “agile” methodologies aimed at larger, less flexible organizations. This approach allows the team and stakeholders to efficiently collaborate and craft the process to best suit actual ongoing needs, which leads to a faster, more accurate output.
Being a leader on Agile framework, we hold Agile certification seminars; training the technical community in our approach to Agile development. Salient points of our Agile methodology include:
BigRio delivers customized solutions and architectures that maximize results for clients – on time and on budget. We drive results with cutting-edge open-source and off-the-shelf technologies, pulling in the best tools and systems for each unique use case and environment.
We do not prescribe to a one-size-fits-all mindset, rather we examine currently adopted practices and adjust them where necessary. In general, for delivery methodology we place importance on:
All iterations or sprints proceed with non-functional requirements in mind. The BigRio team lead assures that we never deviate away from attributes highlighted by these requirements. With the modern tools and techniques we employ, there will be a boost to the “maintainability” of the system. With well-documented code and automated logging, we will have audit trails and granularity for monitoring quality.
Our experience shows that collaboration is the key to success. What we learned while working with multiple clients is that flexibility is the key approach to get to the Agile Mindset. All clients are unique and have different business goals, organizational structures, and approaches. Therefore, we always listen and implement the most tailored style for the needs of our exclusive customers. For example, Hybrid of approaches – combination of Agile methods with other non-Agile techniques. It is very common that there are clients that want to achieve Agile Mindset, but cannot do it immediately, as there is an established structure in place. Having the ability to use the hybrid approach allows them to transition to Agility more efficiently and gradually.
We deliver world-class custom software solutions across all modern programming languages and platforms. Our development teams thrive on designing and implementing Enterprise, Web, Mobile, and Voice applications. We have deep experience with high-performance and highly-available systems.
We work closely with our clients to thoroughly understand their business objectives and solution requirements in either process management or specialized billing. By doing so, this ensures that the scope of a project is well defined, which translates into affordable budgets and measured progress guidelines. Focusing on specific time-to-market deadlines and by diligently adhering to agreed upon budget parameters, our professionals deliver high quality products and services, while consistently meeting/exceeding our clients’ objectives.
Our application development service spans the entire lifecycle, incorporating proven agile process tools in each phase. We immerse ourselves in our client organization’s environment, or leverage cloud-based solutions for source control, wikis, code review, session capturing, test automation, versioning repos, and continuous integration.
BigRio’s professional teams of coders are skilled at all of the modern programming languages, as well as some specialty ones. The end goal is delivering the optimal application stack to the client, regardless of any potential constraints in any one environment.