Toolset
Recommended project/team
collaboration hub: MS Teams
MS Teams allows project members to put all tools and files into one central hub. Specialized applications are available as integrations (such as TeamDynamix and whiteboard tools). Clients across all three universities are also able to collaborate with us through the hub. Visit the SDLC Teams hub for suggested project structure and content.
Documentation and version
control tools
- We recommend using Microsoft Office tools to capture requirements and other documentation
- For prototypes: Use the appropriate BI tool (reporting, data visualization, data analytics, etc.)
Alternatives
The recommended toolset is not mandatory; teams can choose alternatives that better meet their needs or that allow them to evaluate new tools. Some alternatives are:
- ReQTest (for bug tracking and user story capture)
- Trello (for planning, project management, and requirements gathering)
Please note that using alternatives leaves teams susceptible to some of the issues that prompted the SDLC update, including confusion about locations and versions, tool fatigue, and difficulty getting peers to use specific tools.