Modeling-Tool Evaluation and Selection
You are planning to introduce a modeling tool or wish to replace an existing software tool. The selection and, most importantly, the introduction of a software tool are often associated with significant investment costs and have long-term effects on the development processes in your organisation. Deciding on a particular tool must therefore be based on a recognised selection process.
HOOD has developed a multi-stage selection process that follows a holistic approach. In addition to functionality, costs and strategic aspects; the usability for those who have to utilise the tool in their everyday work is also a major consideration.
The first step involves the pre-selection of suitable tools. Through workshops and interviews, we will assimilate your requirements on a modeling tool and prioritise the evaluation criteria with you. Based on these results and our excellent knowledge of the market, we will make a list of recommended tools.
The next step involves a more detailed evaluation; where, based on specific user scenarios, tool vendors are required to explain how their modeling tool meets the requirements stated. The two most suitable tools are then presented and demonstrated to you locally. HOOD will evaluate all the deliverables and support you in the decision-making process by presenting the results of the evaluation and discussing them with you.
HOOD's services will ensure that, by using the most appropriate tool for your needs, you will be able to fully exploit the enormous improvement potential that a professionally integrated process, supported by a software tool, can offer.
For whom is this service beneficial?
- Organisations planning to introduce a modeling tool or wishing to replace an existing one.
- Organisations that do wish to rely solely on the marketing claims made by tool vendors.
- Organisations recognising the strategic importance of selecting an appropriate software tool and who are prepared to allocate reasonable resources for this 'selection project'.