About the Client
Established in 1995, The American International School of Chennai (AISC) offers a curriculum based on
North American academic standards. Hosting an international faculty, AISC offers advanced programs and
facilities for children of American and international expats. The school offers state-of-the-art
facilities and a diverse range of extracurricular activities - including sports, music, drama, and
clubs. AISC thrives on strong parent engagement and digital connectivity and aims to offer an inclusive
environment for every student.
Services used
Custom Software Development
Services
UI/UX Design
Business Situation
The client, a growing software development company, faced challenges in managing its project workflows
and team collaborations. The lack of an integrated system to monitor development progress and coordinate
tasks across teams led to delays and inefficiencies.
Firstly, the development teams were using multiple disconnected tools for project tracking, code
management, and communication. This created silos of information, making it difficult to track project
timelines and identify bottlenecks in real-time.
Managing client requirements and change requests was another significant challenge. The manual tracking
of changes often resulted in missed updates and misaligned deliverables, affecting client satisfaction.
Another hurdle was resource allocation and time tracking. Without a centralized system, assigning tasks
and monitoring resource utilization became time-consuming and prone to errors. This impacted the overall
productivity and cost management of projects.
The client also needed a solution to enhance code quality and automate testing processes. The absence of
integrated tools for version control and automated testing slowed down the development lifecycle and
increased the chances of bugs in the final product.
Recognizing these challenges, the client approached our team to develop a comprehensive, tailored
software solution.
The solution required us to:
Develop an
integrated project management platform to
streamline workflows and task tracking.
Design a
centralized requirement management system for
better handling of client requests and changes.
Implement
resource management tools to optimize task
assignments and track utilization.
Integrate
version control and automated testing tools
to enhance code quality and accelerate development cycles.
Provide
real-time reporting and analytics to improve
decision-making and project visibility.
The Solution
Through thorough collaboration with key AISC stakeholders, we gathered detailed insights into the
client’s specific challenges and pain points that hindered their operational efficiency.
Our approach was to develop an integrated, web-based platform that would address all of AISC’s
challenges, automate tasks, and provide a better user experience for parents, students, and
administrators.
Team Daffodil designed a responsive web application architecture with the following modules:
◉ Activity Management Module: To automate activity bookings, and scheduling, while offering flexible
payment
options for parents.
◉ School Merchandise Panel: To allow parents to place school merchandise orders
online, track order statuses, and pay through the integrated payment gateway.
◉ Procurement Management System: To handle budgets, purchase orders, and vendor management.
◉ School Admin Portal: To manage student registrations, activities, and schedules; generate reports and
track purchases.
For the backend, Laravel (PHP) was chosen for its scalability and robust architecture. React.js was used
to build a highly interactive and responsive front end for parents, students, staff, and
administrators.
Results:
◉ Streamlined Development Processes: The implementation of an integrated project management system
helped the software development company streamline workflows, enabling teams to manage tasks, track
progress, and collaborate effectively. Automated processes reduced redundancies, saving time and effort.
◉ Improved Code Quality: By integrating version control systems and automated testing tools, the
company achieved higher code reliability and reduced bugs during deployment. These tools ensured
adherence to coding standards and accelerated the development lifecycle.
◉ Enhanced Team Collaboration: The centralization of communication and resource allocation fostered
improved collaboration among developers, testers, and stakeholders. Real-time updates and task
monitoring allowed for seamless coordination and faster decision-making.
◉ Higher Client Satisfaction: The tailored requirement management system ensured better handling of
client requests and change logs. Timely updates and delivery of projects as per client expectations led
to increased trust and satisfaction levels.
◉ Business Growth: The combination of streamlined workflows, enhanced collaboration, and improved
client satisfaction resulted in better project outcomes, increased revenue, and market expansion
opportunities for the software development company.
Conclusion:
This case study highlights the transformative impact of adopting modernized software development
practices. By addressing the challenges of workflow management, resource allocation, and code quality,
the company achieved enhanced operational efficiency, better collaboration, and superior client
satisfaction.
The successful implementation of advanced tools like Git for version control, Jenkins for automated
builds, and React.js for interactive front-end development showcases the power of technological
innovation. These solutions not only improved the development lifecycle but also positioned the company
as a market leader in delivering high-quality software products.
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