Development Process
Circuit Riders uses practical, multi-disciplinary research, analysis, and development methods borrowed from software engineering, technical writing, anthropology, library and information science, and graphic design. We have years of technical development experience in a variety of industries, and we avoid the hidden project pitfalls that result in spiralling costs and unusable technology. Our work is economical, secure, and robust.
We deliver What the Client Wanted.
A Phased Approach
We use an agile, phased approach on all of our projects. Each phase builds on the previous work and anticipates the next in a cyclical pattern. Each phase achieves a specific goal, while laying the foundations for the next round of work. This approach allows our clients to control the pace of the project, and integrate it with their existing business framework, schedule, and budget.
We never ask our clients to commit to more than one phase at a time.
Scalability
"Scalability" refers the problem of managing change and growth over time. Our work takes the future into account. We work with you to anticipate your future, and incorporate your vision into the project.
Whether change is planned or a surprise – in your business, in technology, or in the big wide world – our projects stand the test of time. Scalability is built into everything we do.
For example, our technical work will not have to be ripped out because it's cheaper to replace than to update. Our work costs less to maintain over time because we plan for the future and account for it up-front.
Bridging the Technology Gap
Part of our job is to help you and your team understand your technical projects within the larger context of doing business, to help you make informed technical decisions that you can live with for a long time.
We support technical and non-technical Linux, Windows, and Macintosh users. We always explain what we're doing and why, in language tailored to your skills, and provide documentation and training on almost all of our projects. We believe in empowering our clients through information and knowledge.
