The software development industry has grown to have many methodologies and frameworks that help in managing projects. One of them is the lean software development methodology. In this blog, we are sharing the benefits of this framework and why it should be considered.
What is lean software development?
Lean software development is an agile software development framework that is widely adopted. The framework focuses on eliminating redundancy and time waste, while focusing on what the product really needs to deliver.
Many software companies use lean software development during the development of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), which is a basic initial version of a software product with the most essential features to test the market and gather early feedback.
You can consider the methodology an agile one as it relies on similar base concepts. But lean development goes further in maximizing efficiency and delivering only what matters. Which is why it is sometimes used only with an MVP and not an entire software product.
The benefits of lean software development
Boosting Development Efficiency and Early Deliveries
The biggest benefit of lean software development is that it helps in boosting efficiency, by taking down different types of redundancy. Overcoming inefficiencies using the methodology involves ditching unnecessary features, inefficient communications and tasks that can be left out.
The continuous tracking and issue identification through the work on the project. Like any other agile methodology, allows bottlenecks and resolving other issues easily and early.
With bottlenecks being overcome, teams becoming more productive, you can deliver the product earlier than ever.
Cutting Down Costs
Boosting efficiency and focusing on the most important tasks can mean minimizing the costs of developing any software product.
You can finish the project in a shorter time frame, and the number of needed employees in the team can definitely be less.
Improving Final Product Quality
Continuous assessment of every little task after finishing it, while using this framework. This consistent assessment helps in closing gaps and cutting down time wasted. Even if continuous evaluation is as exhausting.
You can also improve the final product quality as you gather feedback early. You can use this feedback to edit your plan and take advantage of it in future tasks.
Retaining Talents
As you are able to streamline the development process using lean software development methodologies, you can create a better work environment.
Team members, who will all behave with a clear understanding of their value, and achieve consistent progress, will be more motivated and satisfied. This satisfaction will mean higher productivity and commitment to work.
At B5 Digital, we follow the best practices including lean software development methodologies whenever needed. Make sure you follow our blog for more knowledgeable insights on software development.
