Application Lifecycle Management

Just like software development itself, Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) continues to evolve. Many organizations employ some or all ALM processes and tools using the framework of a single methodology. But most information technology groups know that many projects and programs require varying degrees of management and governance. The fact is that the scope of ALM has changed: Where it once covered requirements, development and testing, it now covers a much broader spectrum of the lifecycle.

At Avanade, we believe that the best approach is to use an ALM framework to enable a variety of methodologies. Based on the Microsoft® online assessment tool, our ALM assessment not only identifies each weakness, but assesses each one in full. Our expertise in ALM comes from delivering thousands of applications, many of which were implemented by cross-functional teams at multi-site locations. Our developers understand the benefits of an efficient development environment. During this process, we will:

• Examine your current toolset and skills base.
• Find the balance between your need for change and minimizing disruption. 
• Examine your multi-site and contractor development requirements, which may call for a variable
  level of governance. 
• Help you design your development architecture and create a road map for implementation.