IAP's software Development Methodology covers the entire life cycle of an Information System, from the initial planning to the end of the System's useful life. This Methodology is a structured yet flexible approach to Information System delivery.

IAP's software Development Methodology in use is based on certain objectives, which are fundamental to the approach. The objectives in terms of the approach are given below.

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It incorporates Process Modeling in structured techniques. It applies concepts of Information Engineering in which Data is the foundation of System stability

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It improves the requirement definition by use of prototyping where appropriate, to facilitate dialogue between users and developers and solicits user's approval

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It defines for each participant the deliverable one is responsible for. It disciplines the Development Process and integrates with Project Management Process

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It ensures Quality in product and Process by planning and performing different levels of testing and by using appropriate tools and techniques

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It documents the System as it is developed. It makes documentation a natural growth of development

The Project Management Methodology used by IAP is based on the experience gained from successfully managing complex projects in the past. Our overall approach to Project Management is based on the premise of one Senior Manager having total responsibility and accountability to meet the costs, schedule & technical objectives of the project. This responsibility will include providing the necessary skills, standards & procedures & integrating the various components. This approach is implemented by utilizing structured processes for defining and organizing all elements of the project and providing clear and concise delegation of responsibility and accountability to the supporting organization for production of specific work products.

The IAP Project Manager will have regular reviews with the partnering team to report and assess progress against deliverables, and to address problems and issues that effect the contractual obligations.

IAP's Project Management Methodology has evolved from the success stories of Embedded Solutions & Enterprise Solutions Delivered to the Japanese Clients.