Our approach allows our clients to take advantage of the predictability and comprehensive planning of Waterfall while incorporating the flexibility and incremental delivery benefits of Agile.
Our hybrid project management methodology combines the structured approach of Waterfall with the flexibility and adaptability of Agile.
Waterfall for Planning and High-Level Structure
Agile for Execution, Development, and Iterative Delivery
Upfront Planning and Requirements Gathering
The project begins with a Waterfall-like phase where the high-level project requirements, scope, budget, timeline, and resources are carefully planned. This stage ensures clarity around the project goals, which is especially important when working on complex software projects.
Clear Milestones
Key milestones and major project phases are mapped out, providing a roadmap for the entire project, which can be essential for stakeholders who require a long-term view of the project’s progress.
Iterative Development
Once the overall plan and high-level requirements are in place, the development is handled using Agile principles. The project is broken down into sprints (short development cycles), where features are developed, tested, and refined.
Continuous Feedback and Adjustments
Agile’s iterative principles allow for adaptability, meaning the software can evolve with changing requirements, insights, or priorities. Each sprint allows to adjust the product based on stakeholder feedback, enabling incremental improvements and alignment with business needs.
Phases of the Hybrid Methodology
1. Initiation and Planning
- Comprehensive requirements gathering.
- High-level design and architecture.
- Detailed project planning, including timeline, budget, scope, and resource allocation.
- Key milestones and overall project roadmap are set.
2. Iterative Development
- The project is broken down into sprints (typically 2-4 weeks).
- At the beginning of each sprint, the team focuses on specific features.
- Frequent collaboration ensures the product meets evolving business needs.
- Retrospectives after each sprint provides insights and opportunities for course correction.
3. Release and Testing
- Following the Agile principle, working software is delivered after each sprint, but formal testing, validation, and quality assurance are done in line with Waterfall’s structured testing approach.
- Larger releases or final launches follow a more traditional Waterfall deployment phase, ensuring the overall product is fully tested and ready for market or regulatory approval.
4. Post-Launch and Continuous Improvement
- Even after the final product is launched, Agile practices are used to continue iterating, fixing bugs, and adding new features based on user feedback.
- Continuous improvements and enhancements are deployed through shorter cycles, ensuring the software remains relevant and up-to-date.
Empower your organization
Trinora’s hybrid project management methodology blends the best of both Agile and Waterfall approaches. This combination is particularly effective for custom software development, where our clients need both predictability and flexibility to deliver a tailored solution that meets evolving needs.