Our knowledge begins with solid Object-Oriented fundamentals. We feel that software built today originates from excellent Object-Oriented skills. This is the starting point in building flexible, scalable, performant systems.
Solid Object-Oriented fundamentals are appended with the timely application of design patterns and best practices. Design patterns and best practices must be applied judiciously in order to maximize architecture understanding, simplicity, and reuse.
In addition to excellent software development processes, we insist on active stakeholder participation. This begins with well-defined visions, goals, and requirements. It then continues with joint development, active participation in testing, and constant feedback. Finally, it concludes with a joint effort in rollout and production. All the while iterating to ensure that products meet expectations.
In essence, providing solutions to clients is a misnomer. A more accurate description is a partnership in solving business problems by applying appropriate processes and software solutions.
We've worked with several companies in this manner, and the results have been the same: Project Success.