Project Synthesis Essay

Methodology is a tool that helps to manage a project in order to develop a new system in the best possible form. It covers many topics such as plan, user requirements, design, implementation and testing.
Charvat (1967, p3)[6] gives many definitions of what is methodology these are; A process that documents a series of steps and procedures to bring about the successful completion of a project, A series of steps through which the project progresses and An Integrated assembly of tasks, techniques, tools, roles and responsibilities, and milestones used for delivering the project. I have chosen these three points because I think they fully define what methodology is.
Looking back at my previous projects at RDaSH NHS has made me understand why

Weight is cost.
4. Interactive, face-to-face communication is most effective.

Cockburn(2002, p65-68)[8] explains further in each principle.
2.1.1 Principle 1
“Use larger methodology for larger teams” Methodology grows based on the number of roles within a group rather than the number of individuals. However since there are more roles and team members the methodology is important to co-ordinate the project so no one is overlapping, the work is divided and the project runs smoother. Depending on the number of roles some projects can require more than one methodology.
2.1.2 Principle 2
“Use Denser methodologies for more critical projects” developing problems can cause problems. Cockburn (2002, p65-66)[8] specifies some these are Loss of comfort, Loss of discretionary and irreplaceable money and Loss of life.
Other problems like system errors, changes to user requirements and testing issues. Any of these problems can arise in projects, which makes the project become critical and will then require a heavier methodology.
2.1.3 Principle 3
“Weight is cost” The amount of methodology adds a large amount to the project cost. Actions like pausing projects to organise people, changing requirements and design extends the project time can be time