SmartCat Cooperation Models
SmartCat has three main cooperation models: Dedicated team, Agile Project and Fixed Project model. Within every cooperation model, SmartCat practices proactiveness and transparency followed by regular reporting and project control.
Fixed Project Model
The problem is clear, and well-defined specifications are in place. Great! In 3 steps we are good to go with the Fixed Project model.
The model is similar to the agile project model but without an option for frequent scope changes – every request for change needs to go through the change management procedure. All the project roles are filled by SmartCat experts. There is a total budget and timeline precision with a calculated risk increase, making this the most expensive model of collaboration.
In line with transparency and proactiveness – SmartCat’s core values, our Delivery Managers and Scrum Masters will keep you in the loop of any developments with our regular Highlight and Scrum reports.
3 steps Implementation Flow
Fixed Project Model
1
Project Proposal
For your final approval2
Internal team management
SmartCat selects team members and assigns a delivery manager/agile facilitator3
Reporting at a pre-agreed time frames
Highlight reports and other custom reports per your requestAgile Project Model
With this model SmartCat provides a full team of engineers and supporting roles to deliver a full project.
Flexibility, maximum control over budget and time, optimal involvement, and the shortest prep time makes this model the most appealing to the majority of our clients. SmartCat invests in its top experts from various fields to handcraft the best custom solution for you. Solution architecture, Product management, Delivery management, and Agile expertise are all included within this unique cooperation model. We allocate a dedicated product manager for pinpointing the best solution for your problem, as well as a delivery manager to make sure that the right scope is delivered on time through every stage of the project. This model takes all the best of what a Fixed Project model offers but without the risk uplift and still retains the agile way of working where the scope can be refined and changed. The way SmartCat guarantees delivery is by filling all the project roles and taking ownership of the full product development. Full responsibility on our side for supreme results at your end.
3 steps Implementation Flow
Agile Project Model
1
Discovery phase
A well-spent time to define scope, propose a team and calculate the budget2
Project proposal
For your final approval3
The Bi-weekly decision calls & full reporting
to follow up on predefined scope, budget, and real-time progress and share metrics to reflect the development progress and improvementsDedicated Team Model
In this model SmartCat provides a team of engineers with a specific skill set a client might need in order to successfully deliver a project.
You want to be more flexible, you can allow yourself to be more engaged, and at the same time you plan to invest less time in prep activities? If that is the case consider the Dedicated Team model.
3 steps Implementation Flow
Dedicated Team Model
1
Discovery phase
Matching our skillset with your specific needs2
Meet our suggested dedicated team
For your final approval3
Daily status meetings and Bi-weekly review calls
Allow you to track the progress and exchange feedback with the teamTake this quick Compatibility Checker and make sure you'll pick the perfect Working Model
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