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DOERFLINGER, Joerg and DEARDEN, Andy (2013). Evolving a software development methodology for commercial ICTD projects. Information Technology and International Development, 9 (3), 43-60.
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Abstract
This article discusses the evolution of a “DistRibuted Agile Methodology Addressing Technical Ictd in Commercial Settings” (DRAMATICS) that was developed in a global software corporation to support ICTD projects from initial team setup through ICT system design, development, and prototyping, to scaling up and transitioning, to sustainable commercial models. We developed the methodology using an iterative Action Research approach in a series of commercial ICTD projects over a period of more than six years. Our learning is reflected in distinctive methodology features that support the development of contextually adapted ICT systems, collaboration with local partners, involvement of end users in design, and the transition from research prototypes to scalable, long-term solutions. We offer DRAMATICS as an approach that others can appropriate and adapt to their particular project contexts. We report on the methodology evolution and provide evidence of its effectiveness in the projects where it has been used.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Research Institute, Centre or Group - Does NOT include content added after October 2018: | Cultural Communication and Computing Research Institute > Communication and Computing Research Centre |
| Departments - Does NOT include content added after October 2018: | Faculty of Science, Technology and Arts > Department of Computing |
| Page Range: | 43-60 |
| Depositing User: | Andrew Dearden |
| Date Deposited: | 12 Sep 2013 09:13 |
| Last Modified: | 18 Mar 2021 14:02 |
| URI: | https://shura.shu.ac.uk/id/eprint/7358 |
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