Quadrus members are well received because of the experience, skills and discipline they bring to a project. They really become part of the team and recognize the importance of teamwork to achieving successful projects.
- Richard Hannah
Director,
Software Development
HOW WE DO IT - Case Studies
Shaw Communications Inc.
Objective:
To provide project management services
Solution:
By adhering to proven best practices, Shaw and Quadrus worked together to successfully mitigate risk Shaw Communications Inc. is a diversified Canadian communications company whose core business is providing broadband cable television, Internet and satellite services to approximately 2.8 million customers. Shaw also has significant interests in telecommunications, Internet infrastructure and interactive television companies.
Shaw has engaged Quadrus numerous times to utilize our project management services—from providing specific expertise to increasing Shaw's internal workforce when needed. Quadrus has project managed the development of web applications, the upgrading of an existing internal system, and the installation and customization of software. For each project, Quadrus was responsible for such things as managing project deliverables, business requirements and the development resources. When necessary, recommendations were made and acted upon regarding testing, status reporting, risk management and change control.
Working together, Shaw and Quadrus were able to mitigate risks and raise red flags before surprises occurred. Shaw realized real value by levering Quadrus' ability to successfully reduce uncertainty within software development projects.
Quadrus is dedicated to proven, best-practice lifecycle development processes, state-of-the-art project management estimation tools and methodologies, iterative/incremental development approaches, and OOA&D with visual modeling through UML. Expertise and adherence to industry best practices goes a long way toward ensuring successful project outcomes.