Methodology
- Phase III   Implementation

At the end of this part of the process, you will be supplied with your completed product, as well as user manuals, a training session and complete integration.

Implementation

At the beginning of the implementation phase, the client pays one-third of the cost of the software, and Leepfrog works collaboratively with the client to develop the software to the evolving requirements based on the design document; the design is updated collaboratively as the software is better understood during implementation and initial user testing. The implementation phase concludes when Leepfrog has developed a product that meets the software requirements and has completed alpha (programmer) testing.

Completion

At the beginning of the completion phase, the client pays the second third of the cost of the software. More extensive beta testing and client feedback is performed and the software is 'tweaked' to provide better user experiences. Additional features should not be added at this point, unless they are needed in order to meet the software's objectives. The completion phase continues until the client is satisfied that the software performs to the standards described in the design document. Where appropriate, installation procedures, training manuals, and final documentation are produced during this phase.

Production

At the beginning of the production phase, the client pays the final third of the cost of the software, and the software is released into production for end users. Any surprises that crop up at this phase are handled by making as minimal changes to the software as possible in order to resolve the issues. The production phase is concluded when the software has been deployed effectively to the end customer and is being used in a routine manner.

Continue reading about the rest of Leepfrog's software methodology process here:

• Phase I - Estimate/Examination
• Phase II – Design/Discovery/Intake
• Phase IV – Maintenance