TenPearls has developed a unique approach utilizing leading-edge practices that overcome the challenges of the industry-wide traditional methodologies. The TenPearls' Agile Methodology is a value-driven methodology, tailored to meet client’s expectations and provide a faster return on investment. TenPearls approaches all problems and challenges with a systemic, technically sound, and logical approach. Every task is comprehensively analyzed from various perspectives; leading to success of each project through optimal allocation and utilization of resources.

Each project is treated according to the specific situation pertaining to the project. In general, TenPearls encourages and recommends using the TenPearls Agile approach for delivery; however, TenPearls understands that there are projects where traditional project delivery techniques are appropriate. What typically happens is that based on the project constraints, and customers’ preferences, we will device a process that adds value to the customer.

As a first step, TenPearls conducts a chartering session to ensure that the customer and the developing team are aligned on the vision and objectives of the project. As a result of this session, project deliverables are defined and prioritized based on what delivers best value and experience to both the customer and users.

Project deliverables (also known as product backlog) are broken down to several internal releases, which are then further broken down to 2-4 week individual iterations or sprints.

At the beginning of every iteration, there is an iteration planning and estimation session where the customer drives the next set of features to be developed, and has the flexibility to change priorities, as well as features. The software code is continuously integrated with the main product line allowing the customer to test early and discover what features they really want, and what the proper usability of the system should be.

At the end of every iteration, there are retrospect sessions allowing the entire team, including the customer, to provide prompt and valuable feedback, and adjust the process, as needed.

The TenPearls approach aims to achieve specific goals, namely:

• Increase customer involvement
• Enhance the team’s ownership of the project
• Improve planning and prioritization of features
• Build flexibility and adaptation to change
• Improve transparency and tracking of progress

For projects that require a more conventional approach, a typical project will go through the following process:

• Requirements Gathering
• User Interface Design
• Development
• Testing and Quality Assurance
• Deployment
• Maintenance

It is our thirst for constant self improvement that allows us to consistently deliver.

TenPearls uses a four step performance management system to create a culture focused on quality and high-performance.