We have developed a reputation for delivering software projects that work as specified, on time, and on budget. This is because of our methodology as much as it is because of our people.

The Accolade methodology is more than a simple description of sequential tasks. It provides a structured engineering approach to defining the parameters of a project and the processes by which it will be done.

It begins with the "why" of the project, laying out a development strategy based on client objectives.

It then defines "what" is to be done, in clearly stated phases, task definitions, and deliverables.

The "how" of the project defines approaches, techniques, tools, standards, quality managements, documentation and training. It also identifies opportunities for developing reusable objects to maximize cost/time benefits to clients.

And the "who" clearly defines roles and responsibilities for all the team members.

As a result, even complex projects are easy to control and are understood by all. The process through continual monitoring of the project's  adherence to objectives and formal quality management procedures ensures that a project is completed as specified in the requirements. The flexibility of our methodology allows it to fit the size, nature, and complexity of each project, avoiding expensive overhead where it is unnecessary.

Planning

	Prepare implementation plan with milestones
	Prepare functional specification
	Prepare dependency chart
	Produce GANTT chart
	Assign teams and responsibilities
	Identify reusable objects
	Estimate time/cost

Development

	Design
	Prototype
	Code writing and unit testing
	Documentation