Retail POS development using Agile Methodology

Kyaw Kyaw Oo

Agenda

• Agile Software Development Life Cycle
• Retail Point of Sale (POS) System development

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Agile Software Development Life Cycle

Introduction�What is Agile Methodology?

• Technique to develop a high-quality software with rapid and appropriate action
• Individuals and interactions are valued over processes and tools
• Prioritizes customer satisfaction and collaboration over contract negotiation
• Responding to change is valued over following a plan

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Why Agile is chosen over other SDLC methods�Agile vs Waterfall

Types of Agile Methodology

• Scrum: an iterative, team-based framework for managing and completing complex projects.
• Kanban: a visual system for managing work as it moves through a process.
• XP (Extreme Programming): emphasizes on the importance of code quality and frequent delivery.
• Hybrid: a customized combination of two or more Agile methods.

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Scrum Workflow

Sprint Process

PDCA

Collaboration and Communication �in a Sprint process (What is it?)

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• Brainstorming- to generate a large number of ideas by encouraging free-flowing and spontaneous thinking.
• Equal Partaking- gives team members equal opportunities to participate and communicate their ideas.

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Techniques to improve Collaboration

• Mutual respect
• Be transparent
• Evaluate why it isn’t working
• Keep an open mind
• Energize

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Retail Point of Sale (POS) System development

With Agile Methodology

Developing a Retail POS �Using Agile Methodology

• Goal: Develop a high-quality retail POS solution that meets client needs
• Approach: Utilizing Agile methodology for efficient, and effective development
• Discussion: Key Principles, Benefits, and Challenges

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Team Members�

1 Analyst

1 Architect

2 UI Designers

3 Developers

1 Mobile

Developer

2 Quality

Assurances

1 Team Lead

Team Structure

Scrum Master – Team Leader

Product Owner - Analyst

Team Roles and Responsibilities�

• Product Owner
• responsible for defining and prioritizing the product backlog

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• Scrum Master
• ensure that the team follows the rules and practices of Scrum

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• UI Designers
• responsible for designing a user-friendly and visually appealing interfaces

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• Development Team
• responsible for actually developing the product

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Team Roles and Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance Personnel
• responsible for ensuring that the product meets the desired quality standards

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• Analyst
• gather and analyze requirements for the projects

• Architect
• design the high-level structure of a software system

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Retail Point of Sale (POS)�System Analysis

Agile Life Cycle for a Point of Sale (POS) System development

• Discovery: gather requirements, prioritize features, and establish a timeline with stakeholders working with Analyst.
• Planning: work with the Architect to break down the project into manageable user stories, assign team members, and set sprint goals.
• Design: collaborate with UI Designers to create wireframes, prototypes, and a visual design for the system.

Agile Life Cycle for a Point of Sale (POS) System development

• Development: oversee the development process, working with developers and mobile developer to implement features and write code.
• Testing: conduct system testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing with the Quality Assurance Team.
• Deployment: deploy the system to a live environment and monitor for any bugs or issues.

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Agile Life Cycle for a Point of Sale (POS) System development

• Maintenance: provide ongoing support and maintenance, address bugs and resolve issues.
• Review: reflect on the project, identify areas for improvement, and implement best practices for future projects.

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Benefits �of using Agile Methodology

• Allows for Change
• Improved Quality
• Better Visibility
• Increased Collaboration
• Better ROI

Challenges �of using Agile Methodology

• Scope creep
• Adapting to Agile
• Collaboration Challenges

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