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IT project consultant, I can provide you with an overview of project development standards commonly followed in the industry. These standards ensure the successful execution and delivery of IT projects. Here are some key aspects to consider

1. Project Initiation: Clearly define project objectives, scope, stakeholders, and deliverables. Conduct a feasibility study  to assess the project's viability and potential risks.

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2. Project Planning: Develop a comprehensive project plan that includes tasks, timelines, resource allocation, and budgeting. Identify dependencies and critical paths to prioritize activities.

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3. Requirements Gathering: Engage stakeholders to understand their needs and document functional and non-functional requirements. Use techniques such as interviews, workshops, and surveys to capture requirements accurately.

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4. Design and Architecture: Create a detailed design and system architecture based on the requirements. Use recognized design principles and industry best practices to ensure scalability, performance, security, and maintainability.

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5. Development and Testing: Implement the solution based on the design. Follow coding standards, version control practices, and use appropriate development frameworks. Conduct rigorous testing, including unit testing, integration testing, and system testing, to ensure quality and identify and fix defects.

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6. Project Management: Use established project management methodologies, such as Agile or Waterfall, to manage the project effectively. Employ tools for project tracking, issue management, and collaboration.

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7. Documentation: Maintain up-to-date documentation throughout the project lifecycle. This includes requirements specifications, design documents, test plans, user manuals, and operational guides.

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8. Quality Assurance: Implement quality assurance processes and perform regular reviews and audits. Use automated testing tools, code analysis tools, and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

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9. Change Management: Implement a change control process to manage modifications to project scope, requirements, or schedule. Perform impact assessments and obtain appropriate approvals before implementing changes.

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10. Risk Management: Identify and assess project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and establish contingency plans. Regularly monitor and manage risks throughout the project.

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11. Deployment and Support: Plan for a smooth deployment, including user training, data migration, and system rollout. Provide post-implementation support, including bug fixing, maintenance, and ongoing enhancements.

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12. Project Closure: Conduct a thorough project review to evaluate project success, lessons learned, and areas for improvement. Document the outcomes and archive project artifacts for future reference.