The activities itemized below can be carried out as the first phase of a software project, preceding the programming phase. The main objective is to provide the customer with a reliable and competent technology advice that provides an optimal approach to implementation and deployment of the envisioned software system.

• Business-case analysis and conceptualization of a software solution

• Business and technical requirements co-development

• Feasibility study, technology research, solution prototyping

• Blue-printing, preparation of a complete technical specification

• Software project planning, management