This approach is close to the “Fixed Time & Price” model, with one difference – SSI does not drill into accurate analysis of entire project at the beginning. Instead we do a quick brainstorming to identify key needs and requirements, divide project into a short iterations (2-4 weeks), and start implementation immediately. While we are working on iteration, we negotiate the detailed scope, budget and timeline for the next iteration. Before iteration starts Client is free to add new functionality or change pre-planned one. Thus final product evolves from the initial prototypes through multiple iterations. The results of each iteration is delivered as fully tested and operable product, that Customer can asses and take a decision concerning further direction of the project.

Client defines the task or problem. SSI delivers a solution and charges Contracting Side for the actual efforts spent on weekly, monthly or per-task basis. This process can be iterative. It will work well if Client needs a research work or He wants to start the development immediately while has not created sufficient documentation.

Client controls the entire project and SSI is simply a resource provider. It means our developers and/or other staff work 8 hours per work-day, 5 work-days per week to deliver the required results. Customer is charged for the work-time spent. He can hire individual professionals or established teams. In each team we assign team leader or project manager who is responsible for task assignments, communication and reporting. Customer indicates what kind of resources he needs (specialization, skills, experience). Contracting Side assesses resources’ CVs and controls who is working for them. Client has the full control over dedicated team. Dedicated team members are completely involved in Client tasks.

At SSI we recognize that entrepreneurial firms need to conserve cash for sales and business development, therefore we’ll provide software development and support services at reduced prices for an equity ownership in promising ventures. SSI has plenty of experience working with start-ups, accelerating the time to market for new products and has the expertise to offer domain and technology expertise in an outsourcing package. To evaluate new ventures, SSI needs to review a summarized business plan outlining the target market, revenue potential, and marketing plan. Of course, SSI will sign appropriate non-disclosure agreements relating to any venture submitted for consideration.

SSI is opened to discuss other customer proposed combination models.