Feasibility Project Plan Specification Design

Prepared by: [Your Name]

Date: [Date]

I. Executive Summary

The proposed project aims to develop and launch a new software platform designed to streamline customer relationship management (CRM) for small businesses. This project will focus on providing an intuitive, user-friendly solution that integrates with existing platforms, enhances automation, and increases efficiency. The software will be scalable, customizable, and cost-effective for small enterprises.

II. Project Scope

This project involves the complete lifecycle of designing, developing, testing, and deploying the CRM software. The scope includes the following major components:

Software Development: Design and coding of the CRM system.
Testing: Quality assurance and user testing to ensure functionality and performance.
Deployment: Roll-out of the software to end-users with ongoing support.
Maintenance: Regular updates, bug fixes, and customer support post-launch.

III. Objectives

Primary Goal: Develop a fully functional CRM software platform by the end of the project timeline.
Specific Goals:
- Achieve a user satisfaction rate of at least 85% based on initial feedback.
- Ensure software integrates with at least five widely-used platforms (e.g., email, accounting software).
- Deliver the project within the proposed budget and timeline.

IV. Resource Requirements

A. Human Resources

Project Manager: Oversees project delivery and manages team coordination.
Software Developers: Responsible for coding, database design, and implementation.
QA Testers: Conduct software testing for functionality and usability.
Marketing Team: Handles product promotion and customer outreach.

B. Technology Resources

Development Tools: Programming languages (Python, JavaScript), frameworks, and cloud platforms.
Hardware: Servers for development, testing, and deployment.
Software: Licensing for tools, IDEs, and cloud services.

V. Timeline

Phase	Duration	Description
Phase 1 - Planning	2 weeks	Initial planning, team formation, and requirement gathering.
Phase 2 - Design	4 weeks	Prototype design, UI/UX development, and user feedback.
Phase 3 - Development	8 weeks	Software coding, database setup, and feature implementation.
Phase 4 - Testing	4 weeks	Functional and user testing to ensure software performance.
Phase 5 - Deployment and Support	2 weeks	Roll-out to customers, training, and post-launch support.
Total Project Duration	20 weeks

VI. Budget and Financial Plan

Expense Category	Amount	Description
Development Costs	$200,000	Software developers, QA testers, and project managers
Tools and Software Licenses	$50,000	Cloud hosting, development software
Marketing and Promotion	$30,000	Website, ads, customer outreach
Contingency Fund	$20,000	For unforeseen expenses
Total Estimated Budget	$300,000	Total project cost

VII. Risk Assessment

A. Technical Risks

Software Bugs: Potential delays due to unforeseen coding challenges.
Integration Issues: Difficulty in ensuring compatibility with third-party tools.
Mitigation: Hire experienced developers, conduct early testing, and ensure robust documentation.

B. Operational Risks

Team Availability: Key team members may be unavailable due to other commitments.
Mitigation: Cross-train team members and maintain a flexible schedule.