Methodology
The biggest differentiator of Nortech from its competitors is its Methodology. The principles of CABS methodology, in combination with the principles of the project management approach, lead to a division of the process into following phases. The CABS methodology covers the entire span of an IT Infrastructure Lifecycle, from inception to completion of Project. The principles of CABS methodology, in combination with the principles of the project management approach, lead to a division of the process into following phases:
- Requirement Analysis or CONSULT
- High Level Design / Low Level Design or ARCHITECT
- Construction and User Acceptance Testing or BUILD
- Product Maintenance or SUPPORT
CABS is a complete methodology encompassing all types of projects—whether they involve the procurement of a packaged IT solution, implementation of best-of-breed solutions by integrating them with legacy systems, development of a new IT solution, or providing custom solutions. The focus and requirements of each phase are different. Nortech has a structured methodology and associated set of deliverables for services in each phase.
CABS is specifically designed to embrace not only traditional project management approaches, but also a structured approach to project management. CABS treats the project not as the implementation of a new technology, but as the migration of an organization from an old way of working to a new way of working. It therefore addresses cultural change, communications, training and user impact as crucial elements in the management of the project. Our projects commence with one or more workshops, in order to meet key stakeholders and establish open channels of communication and information. CABS recognizes that clients will often utilize Nortech services only for specific elements of a project, and may use in-house resources or even other consultancies for other aspects of the project. CABS enables Nortech to step into a project at any stage, and ensure a consistency of approach by consolidating elements of the project outside our control, into the overall framework. CABS adopts best practices for the conduct of projects. CABS is built around regular project review. This is a continuous process, in conjunction with the client, for assessing whether the project is on schedule, on target and on budget, and implementing remedial action where necessary to bring the project back in line. CABS does not end with project implementation. It continues throughout the lifetime of the project, enabling a continuous review of success and achievement of objectives.
Nortech follows a documented methodology to ensure it serves its clients as consistently and effectively as possible and employs best practices all the time. Created by the management team - and updated on an ongoing basis - this methodology, called CABS or Consult, Architect, Build and Support, includes clear guidelines and procedures for delivering solutions, and partnering with clients to review and improve those solutions.
