Sangwan Infotech - Engagement Models

We provides every flexibility for our clients to choose the best suited engagement model to get the maximum possible benefits including. Here are the 2 primary engagement models available with us :

Fixed Cost Model

Sangwan Infotech offers customers a fixed time/fixed cost model wherein the scope and specifications of the project are made distinct from the outset. Under this low risk model, we work with clients to identify expected deliverables and timelines to determine a mutually agreed upon fixed price. Stipulations are drawn for the project to be executed within a fixed time at a fixed pre-negotiated price. Our refined process guarantees reliability, predictability and optimized performance of projects as well as on-time and on-budget outcomes.Upon receiving the initial project request, we work closely with our clients to analyze the adequate technology and team members to be deployed for the development of the same. We then exercise our project management tools to achieve goals laid out for the project to the utmost satisfaction of our clients. The project is delivered to the client based on the delivery milestones that are agreed upon by both parties before commencement.We select the most suitable development team, technologies and management resources to bring the project to fruition. Any new features or changes that are incorporated later are discussed and quoted separately. Furthermore, our team provides the client with weekly status reports pertaining to the progression of the project so the client knows exactly how a solution is turning out and can suggest alterations or additions.

Advantages


  • Limited risk to the client as the scope, price and timeline are fixed in advance Tremendous cost advantage to client.
  • Speedy completion of project facilitates minimum time lost On-time, on-budget delivery Guaranteed reliability and predictability
  • Weekly status reports pertaining to the development of the project are provided to the client Transparent project development process


Our Fixed Cost Model is best suited for project demands wherein the scope, schedules and requirements are specifically defined. This model can easily be adopted for solutions with relatively low to medium levels of complexity.

Time & Material

Under this model, Sangwan Infotech gives its customers greater flexibility to alter the project specifications on an ongoing basis, based upon ever-changing market trends. The client pays at a fixed hourly rate, which is agreed upon at the time of the signing of the contract. This model is best suited for regular and ongoing maintenance and support services. The minimum hourly rate contract offered is for 100 man hour of services. For software development projects - wherein the scope, specification and implementation plans are not easy to define at the outset, the hourly delivery model works as an ideal option.

Under this model, clients ‘pay per use’ for the hourly development efforts of Sangwan Infotech. Upon receiving the initial project request, we work closely with our clients to analyze the adequate technology and team members to be deployed for the development of the same. We then exercise our project management tools to achieve goals laid out for the project to the utmost satisfaction of our clients.We define the business model and work hand in hand with the client for the successful execution of a plan. As and when the scope, time and resource specifications begin to become clear, the client can get the hourly model converted to the ‘fixed price’ or a ‘man month’ model if he so desires.Weekly updates are provided to the client to familiarize him with the progress pertaining to the project, with regard to the tasks that have been completed, the effort invested in the completion of those tasks and the costs involved.

Advantages


  • Gives clients greater flexibility to alter the project specifications on an ongoing basis, based on latest market trends On-time, on-budget delivery Reliability and predictability Transparent working process.
  • As and when the scope, time and resource specifications begin to become clear, clients can get the hourly model converted to a 'fixed price' or a 'man month' model
  • Weekly updates are provided to the client to familiarize him with the progress pertaining to the project.

Full Time Equivalent - Man Month Model

Under this model we offer excellent solution for those who want complete control over human and technical resources involved in the development process of their projects. FTE features a high level of transparency, security, flexibility and scalability.

Under this model, we allocate dedicated infrastructure and personnel to the client for a fixed monthly fee. This model is the ideal choice if you need a team of highly qualified professionals who will accurately match your IT and business needs. It makes the development process more explicit and manageable and ensures higher resource efficiency. Stipulations are drawn for the project to be executed within a fixed time, at a fixed pre-negotiated price. Our refined process guarantees reliability, predictability and optimized performance of projects as well as on-time and on-budget outcomes.

Assigned teams operate as an extension of the customer's development unit. Based on client requirements, we formulate project teams with required team members, project managers, equipment and infrastructure. For consigned relationships, we implement customer-specific quality/process frameworks to meet the precise needs of the client.

The advantage from moving your software development base offshore is that it actuates significant savings, in terms of expenditure on staff, equipment and technology and makes it possible for you to concentrate more on the business aspect of your venture and gain a better position on the market.

Advantages


  • Vast pool of multi-disciplinary resources to organize a tailored FTE engagement for any type of custom or complex application project requirement
  • Flexible option to start – client can select the resource/team to be involved with development
  • Wide gamut of IT resources with diverse skills and experience
  • Complete control over the team structure (involvement/replacement/withdrawal)
  • Rapid team scaling on ad-hoc basis; the resource would work specifically to meet clients’ need
  • Ready to use IT infrastructure
  • Adoption of client’s process and methodologies
  • Transparent project development process
  • Clients have complete control over the project (requirement scaling/re-schedules)
  • Established intellectual property protection procedures and mechanisms
  • Tremendous cost advantage

This model's success thrives on the active and mutual cooperation between the client and the team designated to complete the project.