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Software development is a complex and multifaceted process that requires careful planning and clear organisation. Before starting active development, it is necessary to clearly define the requirements of the future product, the expected results and the main business objective of the entire project.
IT Solution Architecture is the process of planning, designing and building a software product that meets business needs and user expectations, taking into account risks and budget. This process involves several steps that need to be considered in order to develop an effective and reliable product. Let's take a closer look at each stage using the example of BIZupLab Kft.'s work with customers.
IT Solution Architecture is the process of planning, designing and building a software product that meets business needs and user expectations, taking into account risks and budget. This process involves several steps that need to be considered in order to develop an effective and reliable product. Let's take a closer look at each stage using the example of BIZupLab Kft.'s work with customers.
IT project concept. Solution architecture
It all starts with planning
At the beginning of a project, it is necessary to estimate its approximate scope and cost. Attribute-Driven Design (ADD), one of BIZupLab's proven methodologies, allows us to create a fairly accurate architecture of the future software. Based on the quality attributes of a particular IT product at the evaluation (presale) stage, we formulate the architectural concept of the system.
The solution architecture covers all aspects of the project, including system infrastructure, network, security, compliance requirements, system operation, cost and reliability.
Business requirements and objectives
Without a clear understanding of why and for whom the product is being built, development is meaningless. The customer and the implementer learn to 'speak the same language' to address all key requirements and expectations. The first phase is the most important. The customer discovers the implementation company and the IT company evaluates the customer. The business requirements are used to determine what functionality should be included in the product.
Architectural Styles and Patterns
Architectural styles (client-server, microservices, peer-to-peer architecture) and patterns (MVC, MVVM) define the overall look and feel of a product. They help create a system that is easy to maintain and scale.
Technology Stack
Choosing the right tools and technologies ensures efficient development. This step involves selecting the technologies, programming languages, frameworks and tools to be used in the development.
System Requirements
System requirements define the environment in which the software solution will operate. They include the hardware, software and network components required for the product to function properly. Requirements may specify operating system versions, supported browsers, memory, processor and network connectivity requirements. This step identifies architectural constraints, which may be due to budget, lead time or other factors.
At the beginning of a project, it is necessary to estimate its approximate scope and cost. Attribute-Driven Design (ADD), one of BIZupLab's proven methodologies, allows us to create a fairly accurate architecture of the future software. Based on the quality attributes of a particular IT product at the evaluation (presale) stage, we formulate the architectural concept of the system.
The solution architecture covers all aspects of the project, including system infrastructure, network, security, compliance requirements, system operation, cost and reliability.
Business requirements and objectives
Without a clear understanding of why and for whom the product is being built, development is meaningless. The customer and the implementer learn to 'speak the same language' to address all key requirements and expectations. The first phase is the most important. The customer discovers the implementation company and the IT company evaluates the customer. The business requirements are used to determine what functionality should be included in the product.
Architectural Styles and Patterns
Architectural styles (client-server, microservices, peer-to-peer architecture) and patterns (MVC, MVVM) define the overall look and feel of a product. They help create a system that is easy to maintain and scale.
Technology Stack
Choosing the right tools and technologies ensures efficient development. This step involves selecting the technologies, programming languages, frameworks and tools to be used in the development.
System Requirements
System requirements define the environment in which the software solution will operate. They include the hardware, software and network components required for the product to function properly. Requirements may specify operating system versions, supported browsers, memory, processor and network connectivity requirements. This step identifies architectural constraints, which may be due to budget, lead time or other factors.
Scalability and performance
How will the product scale as the number of users grows? This is something that needs to be considered in advance. So when writing the TOR of the project, you need to consider that the system will grow and the load will increase.
Security and privacy
Carefully consider the system of data protection from unauthorised access to ensure the safety of users and the business - the tasks of this most important stage. Modern IT solutions often work with personal and corporate information, financial data, so it is important to consider authentication and encryption, introduce security monitoring to ensure the safety and confidentiality of data.
Testing and Deployment
A well thought out plan for testing, deployment and maintenance will ensure a smooth and successful implementation of the IT solution architecture. It allows you to identify and resolve potential problems.
This stage involves testing various aspects of the system: functionality, performance, security and others. Testing helps to identify bugs and refine the product to meet expectations. They think in advance about how the architecture will change in the future. If necessary, and in agreement with the customer, the plan is supplemented with the tasks of maintaining and supporting the system after it has been implemented.
Interaction of all stages
It is important to understand that each stage is an integral part of the development process and is interrelated with others. For example, the choice of technology stack influences architectural decisions and performance requirements. Security decisions may affect integration and testing. Each stage influences the previous and subsequent stages, underlining the importance of a coherent and systematic approach to the architecture of an IT solution.
Working with the client
As a rule, at the stage of preparing the TOR, the client is not able to fully assess the scope of the future project and does not have clear requirements for its development process. At the first stage of work on the order, BIZupLab profile specialists collect and specify these requirements. Using the ADD methodology, they estimate the cost of the project, prepare a work plan and schedule, select key technologies, define business objectives and stages of the development process.
How will the product scale as the number of users grows? This is something that needs to be considered in advance. So when writing the TOR of the project, you need to consider that the system will grow and the load will increase.
Security and privacy
Carefully consider the system of data protection from unauthorised access to ensure the safety of users and the business - the tasks of this most important stage. Modern IT solutions often work with personal and corporate information, financial data, so it is important to consider authentication and encryption, introduce security monitoring to ensure the safety and confidentiality of data.
Testing and Deployment
A well thought out plan for testing, deployment and maintenance will ensure a smooth and successful implementation of the IT solution architecture. It allows you to identify and resolve potential problems.
This stage involves testing various aspects of the system: functionality, performance, security and others. Testing helps to identify bugs and refine the product to meet expectations. They think in advance about how the architecture will change in the future. If necessary, and in agreement with the customer, the plan is supplemented with the tasks of maintaining and supporting the system after it has been implemented.
Interaction of all stages
It is important to understand that each stage is an integral part of the development process and is interrelated with others. For example, the choice of technology stack influences architectural decisions and performance requirements. Security decisions may affect integration and testing. Each stage influences the previous and subsequent stages, underlining the importance of a coherent and systematic approach to the architecture of an IT solution.
Working with the client
As a rule, at the stage of preparing the TOR, the client is not able to fully assess the scope of the future project and does not have clear requirements for its development process. At the first stage of work on the order, BIZupLab profile specialists collect and specify these requirements. Using the ADD methodology, they estimate the cost of the project, prepare a work plan and schedule, select key technologies, define business objectives and stages of the development process.
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