Software timelines are driven less by typing speed than by decisions. Understanding what slows projects down lets you move faster without cutting corners.
The usual causes of delay
Most delays come from the same places.
- Scope that keeps growing
- Waiting for answers or content from the client
- Connections to other systems that behave differently than expected
- Testing that finds problems late
- Too many people approving each step
What speeds things up
A small first version, one decision maker, quick feedback and early access to the systems we must connect to. These do more than adding people to the team.
Be wary of very fast promises
A very short timeline for a large scope usually means something is being skipped. Ask what is included and what testing will be done.