Organizations are relying more and more on commercial applications to, enhance or replace proprietary systems. This dependency is driven by the promise of improved functionality and reduced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
EXCEL’s methodology includes important activities that should take place during a Commercial Off-The Shelf (COTS) implementation. Following this methodology throughout the software development life cycle will ensure that significant activities are not being ignored and will increase the chances of planning, executing, and deploying a successful COTS-based software solution.
A key to our successful COTS implementation is to plan appropriately for all the major activities necessary to devise a well thought-out solution that will not fall apart with the first upgrade of one of its components. Some of those activities include:
- Analyze software requirements.
- Evaluate and select COTS solution(s).
- Negotiate terms with COTS vendor.
- Implement the COTS-based solution.
- Maintain and upgrade the COTS-based solution.
- Maintain license, subscription, and royalty fees.
