The TMSPL's development process is a customized, multi-phase method of delivering projects on time and on budget with high customer satisfaction. The methodology is designed to adapt to both the requirements of each individual engagement and the pressures of larger industry forces. Leveraging our technical knowledge and industry experience with this methodology enables us to empower our clients, streamline decision-making processes, expedite production, and cut costs.

Define
The define phase begins with high-level planning and culminates with the delivery of a Functional Specification. Our clients look to us to provide the tools necessary to take their business to a new level. We work with our clients to prioritize the critical functionality that will allow them to generate revenue and realize their business goals. This functionality is detailed through a series of workshops and documented in the Functional Specification.

Design
The design phase begins the extremely technical portion of TMSPL's development methodology. At this point in the process, the project's architect and senior engineers use the requirements collected during the define phase to produce the Technical Design document for the project. This is comparable to an architectural blueprint. The Technical Design contains the component, package, and object layout of your project and illustrates how they will interact. It also contains scalability parameters, detailed hardware requirements, and test plans. With this document, we are ready to proceed with the development of your project.

Develop
The Define and Design phases involved site architects and senior engineers. In the Develop phase, the project team is expanded to include software engineers and specialists in production, documentation, and quality assurance.

• The project manager is your contact throughout the project, working hand-in-hand with the lead software engineer to keep you constantly informed.
• The engineering team uses a top-down method to divide the project into units, develop and test the units, and then integrate them into the final solution.
• Production and quality assurance members integrate the components and ensure that all the parts work in the way described by the specifications.
• Dedicated quality assurance and testers work closely with the rest of the development team to build and execute a solid, comprehensive test plan that includes feature verification, black box, white box, component and load testing.
• Documentation and knowledge transfer specialists provide appropriate information to ensure that you receive a total, comprehensible solution.

Deploy
Whether deploying a Web project or a custom software application, the TMSPL's deployment services consist of defining requirements and setting up, configuring, and installing hardware and software. Our consultants and deployment engineers will work with you to determine anticipated utilization, stability, extensibility, and scalability requirements.
After the appropriate technologies are chosen, we configure the systems and prepare the hardware to support all your applications. We also offer a variety of post-deployment services, such as routine site maintenance and enhancements.

Debrief
After the delivery of the project, we conduct a formal review. We ascertain that the necessary deliverables and milestones have been met and that you have the resources needed to support the system we have built. In addition, we complete the feedback loop by requesting from you a formal assessment of the project. Because our teams are evaluated by client satisfaction and their ability to deliver on time and on budget, this feedback helps us shape our development processes.

FAQS

What services does TMSPL provide?
TMSPL works with leading organizations world-wide to provide them with offshore software development solutions and services. We specialize in establishing offshore development centers for our clients and partners with teams of IT professionals working dedicatedly for their projects and processes. Broadly, we provide the following services:

• Application Development
• Web Services
• Multimedia Services
• Enterprise Solutions

What is 'Offshore Programming' and what is 'Offshore Outsourcing'?
In the first sense, Offshore Programming means hiring somebody outside your company to provide IT services. Outsourcing is most common for companies whose IT needs are well known in advance. Offshore Programming can also mean hiring someone to be your IT department. Such a partner must have people who can work closely with your staff to understand your unique business problems so that you can deliver, implement, and service unique solutions.
Offshore Outsourcing of software is simply software development at another location, a facility connected with the client's location using high-speed data communication links to allow engineers and managers to communicate on a real-time basis. Clients on the other side of the globe can monitor developments and project milestones on an up-to-the-minute basis, ensuring both quality and progress.

Do offshore programmers write code in their native language?
All code is written using the same tools employed by developers in the U.S., and in English. Development team members have strong English skills and good virtual communication skills. The Client has the opportunity to work with the team leader and review blueprints as they are prepared and will thus be able to very quickly assess the team's communication skills. In the worst case, we can swap team members or even entire teams to meet Client expectations.

What type of team does TMSPL have?
At TMSPL, we have built a culture that attracts exceptionally talented people; People who thrive on and have an intense passion for understanding and solving implementation problems for our customers. We mostly recruit our engineers with degrees from the top Indian institutes These expert minds mirror a team with high intellectual capacity and capability to deliver.

How does TMSPL ensure quality?
We implement the Software Quality Assurance (SQA) process that addresses the quality assurance needs at every phase of the development cycle. Our QA team has developed a focused quality control checklist. In addition, we also have a comprehensive Quality Testing Checklist which ensures that every solution delivered by TMSPL measures up to the highest possible international standards .

Is the code documented?
A project is not deemed complete until proper documentation is provided. We believe it is our professional responsibility to provide well-documented code. It also helps us in future projects to enhance functionality if and when the Client requires it.

How do I know what's going on as the project progresses?
All project information, for example requirements, design documentation, user documentation, tasks and defects, are available on a 24/7 basis on our Project Information System. Additionally, every Project has an unbilled Project Manager assigned to it, so as to offer the Client a single point of contact. It is one of the primary responsibilities of the Project Manager to keep the Client updated.

Who owns the rights for the source code?
All rights to the work is with the Client. This includes documentation, source code, binaries etc. which the TMSPL team develops in the course of the project. All this is part of the delivery made to the Client. With TMSPL, you will never be held hostage in another part of the world.