InforME follows a standard project process for all projects. This ensures that the project moves smoothly from start to finish and that everyone knows what to expect.
Step 1: Project Evaluation
- Evaluate the business case for the project
- Gather data and conduct market research
- Determine how the application or website helps the partner meet their goals
- Complete the project request form
- Once funding and the initial project scope are determined, the project will be taken to the InforME board for project approval and prioritization.
Step 2: Requirements Gathering & Analysis
- Define the business requirements and develop wireframes for the project
- Obtain partner approval of requirements and wireframes
- Schedule the project into the development queue and assign resources
Step 3: Development
- Implement approved requirements
- Conduct functional testing of requirements
- Develop marketing plan
- Develop a test plan
Step 4: Quality Assurance & Testing
- Test the application thoroughly to ensure requirements are properly implemented
- Conduct partner accepting testing and incorporate feedback
- Conduct an application security audit
Step 5: Launch
- The partner signs off and approves final project
- The application or website is made available to the public
Step 6: Post-Launch & Maintenance
- The marketing plan is implemented
- Application maintenance and monitoring continue
- Ongoing customer service and technical support begin