A comprehensive pre-development checklist that UAE businesses should complete before starting any custom software project.
Starting a project without proper preparation is the biggest cause of budget overruns in the UAE market. Define the business problem (not just features), identify primary users and workflows, document success metrics, list regulatory requirements (DHA, DFSA, CBUAE, PDPL), and determine budget and timeline constraints.
Technical Requirements
List all system integrations (ERP, CRM, payment gateways, government platforms). Define data residency requirements, performance targets, bilingual needs, security standards, and hosting preference. Designate a product owner with decision authority and establish your preferred methodology.
Post-Launch Planning
Budget for ongoing maintenance, hosting costs, and a 12-month feature roadmap. Define monitoring, alerting, disaster recovery, and user training requirements before development begins.
Bayden's structured discovery process covers all these areas before development starts, producing detailed specifications that minimize risk and set clear expectations.
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