Scrumconnect

Rapid Prototyping and Proof of Concept service

Our Rapid Prototyping and Proof of Concept service swiftly transforms ideas into testable models, utilising agile methodologies to validate functionality and accelerate market entry while reducing risks and costs.

Features

• Quick creation from concept to functional prototype.
• Iterative development for continuous improvement
• Engages users and stakeholders early.
• Employs cutting-edge technologies.
• Identifies issues early, mitigating risks.
• Lowers development costs significantly
• Incorporates real user feedback swiftly.
• Drastically reduces time to market.
• Prototypes are scalable and robust.
• Enhances confidence, securing potential funding.

Benefits

• Quickly explores and tests new ideas
• Early problem identification saves money
• Prototypes built with user feedback
• Gets products to market faster
• Tangible prototypes reassure stakeholders
• Early validations decrease development risks.
• Efficient processes boost return on investment.
• Early user tests inform better outcomes
• Proven concepts as per the GDS standards
• Agile for quicker iterations

£250 a person a day

• Education pricing available

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Skills Framework for the Information Age rate card

  PDF

• Service definition document

  PDF

• Terms and conditions

  PDF

Request an accessible format

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need versions of these documents in a more accessible format, email the supplier at sales@scrumconnect.com. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.

Framework

G-Cloud 14

Service ID

371130069912010

Contact

Praveen Karadiguddi
07896206904
sales@scrumconnect.com

Planning

• Planning service: Yes
• How the planning service works: Our Rapid Prototyping and Proof of Concept service begins with a comprehensive needs analysis to understand client objectives and technical requirements. We then map out a streamlined agile workflow, assigning roles and setting clear milestones for iterative development and review. Utilizing state-of-the-art tools and technologies, we construct initial prototypes which undergo rigorous user testing and feedback loops to refine functionality and design. Each iteration brings us closer to a refined prototype that meets both market demands and business goals. This meticulous planning process ensures each proof of concept is delivered efficiently, maximizing impact while minimizing time to market and development costs
• Planning service works with specific services: No

Training

• Training service provided: Yes
• How the training service works: For our Rapid Prototyping and Proof of Concept service, we provide comprehensive training to ensure clients can fully leverage the capabilities of the developed prototypes. Training sessions are customized to the specific needs of the client's team, covering the operational aspects of the prototype, understanding the underlying technology, and effective utilization of the system. We focus on hands-on practical use cases, problem-solving, and maintenance procedures to empower teams for independent operation. Additionally, we offer ongoing support and refresher courses to address emerging needs and updates. This educational approach ensures the client's team is proficient and confident in managing and iterating on the prototype effectively
• Training is tied to specific services: No

Setup and migration

• Setup or migration service available: Yes
• How the setup or migration service works: For setup in our Rapid Prototyping and Proof of Concept service, we initially configure a dedicated development environment tailored to the client's technological stack. This includes provisioning development tools, version control systems, and integration platforms necessary for continuous deployment. Following setup, migration involves transferring existing data and systems into the new environment to ensure seamless integration. This step is critical for testing how new concepts perform under realistic conditions. We also establish secure, scalable infrastructure to support iterative testing and refinements. Throughout, our team ensures that all components are fully compatible and optimized for peak performance, preparing the prototype for eventual full-scale deployment.
• Setup or migration service is for specific cloud services: No

Quality assurance and performance testing

• Quality assurance and performance testing service: Yes
• How the quality assurance and performance testing works: Our Quality Assurance and Testing process for the Rapid Prototyping and Proof of Concept service is rigorous and thorough. We begin with automated tests to validate code integrity and functionality using tools like Selenium and Jenkins. Integration tests follow, ensuring that all system components work seamlessly together. User acceptance testing is conducted with real users to gather critical feedback, which informs further refinements. We also implement performance testing to assess the prototype under varied stress conditions and security testing to identify vulnerabilities. This comprehensive testing strategy guarantees that the prototype is not only functional but also robust, secure, and user-friendly before market release

Security testing

• Security services: No

Ongoing support

• Ongoing support service: No

Service scope

• Service constraints: N/A

User support

• Email or online ticketing support: Email or online ticketing
• Support response times: SLA Agreed with the client
• User can manage status and priority of support tickets: Yes
• Online ticketing support accessibility: WCAG 2.1 AAA
• Phone support: Yes
• Phone support availability: 9 to 5 (UK time), Monday to Friday
• Web chat support: Yes, at an extra cost
• Web chat support availability: 9 to 5 (UK time), 7 days a week
• Web chat support accessibility standard: WCAG 2.1 AAA
• Web chat accessibility testing: N/A
• Support levels: Our support levels include onsite, email and telephone assistance for incident logging and end-user support/service requests. Our projects typically employ an account management structure as as part of our delivery, support and quality assurance processes.

Resellers

• Supplier type: Not a reseller

Staff security

• Staff security clearance: Conforms to BS7858:2019
• Government security clearance: Up to Developed Vetting (DV)

Standards and certifications

• ISO/IEC 27001 certification: No
• ISO 28000:2007 certification: No
• CSA STAR certification: No
• PCI certification: No
• Cyber essentials: Yes
• Cyber essentials plus: Yes
• Other security certifications: No

Social Value

• Social Value:

  Social Value

  • Fighting climate change
  • Covid-19 recovery
  • Tackling economic inequality
  • Equal opportunity
  • Wellbeing

  Fighting climate change

  We are committed to further reducing our carbon footprint aiming to be carbon neutral by 2050, in line with the Climate Change Act 2008. Work from home; Our team are predominantly home based providing a reduction in emissions linked to travelling to and heating or powering the premises. IT Infrastructure: Scrumconnect has no on-premise server infrastructure with all our services being cloud based with AWS. AWS will be powered by 100% renewable energy by 2025. Cycle to work scheme: To reduce the carbon footprint of employees travelling to the premises we have an established cycle to work incentive.

  Covid-19 recovery

  Scrumconnect are committed to providing tangible community benefits for the public sector and driving social change through programs recognised for delivering results for underrepresented and disadvantaged groups. Scrumconnect Cloud has recently launched Scrumconnect Academy, which aims to provide free training and mentorship to retrain people from industries affected by Covid19 to become cloud native experts (Candidates recently made redundant, unemployed individuals with outdated skills, disadvantaged youths, veterans and military spouses and disabled people). Scrumconnect Academy will aim to tackle the misrepresentation of women (make up 26% of tech roles) and Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds (make up 15.2% of tech roles) by focusing recruitment on these underrepresented groups. Additionally, Scrumconnect run 'Get Certified Challenges' periodically where we organised free bootcamps and training materials with AWS to fund exams for those affected by Covid19.

  Tackling economic inequality

  We’ll Provide training/employment opportunities, for those facing barriers to employment and/or are from deprived areas through our various partnership organisations like Diversifying groups, Jobs With pride Support digital literacy through skills development/qualifications attainment/job creation initiatives e.g. 2x starters this month via T-Level apprenticeship program Address skills shortages in high-growth sectors (Tech/Digital/Data); providing educational advice/career development/job opportunities by volunteering and sponsored events

  Equal opportunity

  We will: Ensure equitable treatment of employers, contractors and the communities integral to our value chain by implementing fair employment and equal pay practices Offer high-quality training and job creation initiatives specifically designed to empower individuals who face barriers to employment or come from deprived areas. Example: We welcomed two new starters via Disability Rights UK and in the past year we've seen more than 25% of our new hires originating from ethnic minority backgrounds via Diversifying groups Establish an inclusive work environment aided by our transparent HR policies that apply consistently from the recruitment process through promotion and compensation, benefiting both contractors and employees. Support digital literacy by actively promoting skills development, facilitating qualifications attainment, and launching initiatives that generate employment opportunities

  Wellbeing

  We have a certified mental health and wellness coach within Scrumconnect. We follow our commitment towards the 6 standards of Mental Health and ensure that our contractors/employees/Communities follow the same. We do a half yearly survey of staff engagement and bring in new policies/address needs based on the feedback. We conduct specific initiatives to promote healthy work environments. For e.g.: In times of COVID when people are connected remotely activities like virtual coffee mornings and community forums We have a well defined charter defining roles and responsibilities, job descriptions, work hours, flexible working options provided to every personnel as part of their onboarding process . Employee charter specific for this opportunity will be shared to clients prior to the start of the engagement.

Pricing

• Price: £250 a person a day
• Discount for educational organisations: Yes

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Skills Framework for the Information Age rate card

  PDF

• Service definition document

  PDF

• Terms and conditions

  PDF

Request an accessible format

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need versions of these documents in a more accessible format, email the supplier at sales@scrumconnect.com. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.