Our Approach

 

Our proven approach addresses the critical elements required to ensure success of government IT initiatives. We help our customers define and realize their strategic vision.

Strategy Planning

We begin with understanding the current state of business processes and technology as we help define the to-be roadmap. Our approach to strategic planning focuses on long-term goals while addressing short-term objectives. We leverage proven methods to ensure stakeholder communication across the organization. Working closely with business and technology leaders, we help prioritize and plan for IT projects in alignment with capital planning and budgeting requirements.

Management

Our Program/Project management success is based on establishing a realistic plan with clearly delineated roles and responsibilities across an integrated project team. Optimos certified and experienced managers leverage our proven management framework, ensuring effective tracking and management of risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle. Our project governance structure provides complete transparency of project tasks and accomplishments across all stakeholder communities.

Quality

The Optimos quality control framework addresses processes, people, and software product solution to ensure Total Quality Control. Our approach establishes the plan, procedures, and activities necessary for an effective quality assurance. Optimos quality control procedures include periodic reviews of the solution being developed to ensure alignment to business requirements. Our planning supports the implementation of a comprehensive Quality Assurance program with continuous process improvement.

Change Management

The Optimos change management framework enables organizations to attain commitment for change while seamlessly transitioning and complying with change. All initiatives, small or large, affect the business as a whole. Optimos change management experts work closely with senior business stakeholders to establish a comprehensive change management plan that addresses the impact on both internal and external stakeholders. Our change management approach addresses communications at all levels and training that ensures end user buy-in.