Adaptive Software Engineering: Optimizing Deployment Strategies and Mitigating Risk Factors for Success from ERP and Game Development

Abstract

Through meticulous research and analysis, this thesis makes several significant contributions to the fields of software implementation and game development. Firstly, it emphasizes the pivotal role of effective communication and responsibility sharing during ERP deployment. By synthesizing insights from interviews and discussions, it offers a thorough guidebook and methodology model diagram to assist businesses and clients in navigating the ERP deployment process successfully. This contribution underscores the importance of involving implementation partners to ensure a smooth transition and maximize the benefits of ERP systems. Secondly, the thesis explores the impact of project governance on software project performance, with a particular focus on Bangladeshi software companies. It illuminates the critical role of project governance in mitigating software risk factors and enhancing project performance, with project leadership identified as a favorable moderator. This analysis provides valuable insights into optimizing project governance structures to drive success in software development endeavors. Lastly, the thesis addresses the challenge of usability in game development, especially for smaller gaming firms and startups with limited resources. By synthesizing various research methodologies, including interviews, heuristic scoring studies, and polls, it formulates twelve usability heuristics tailored to game software development stages. Rooted in the Nielsen usability technique, these heuristics offer practical solutions to identify and rectify game-specific usability issues, ultimately enhancing the user experience and bolstering the success of gaming ventures. Overall, this thesis presents a holistic approach to software development and deployment, integrating the realms of ERP systems and game development. By offering practical insights and strategies, it equips stakeholders across diverse industries with the tools necessary to navigate the complexities of modern software implementation successfully.