Cloud-Based Solutions and Agile Methodologies Report for APWMS

This report examines the application of agile methodologies and cloud-based solutions within the context of an Auto-Parts Warehouse Management System (APWMS). The report begins by exploring the benefits of cloud computing, including Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), scalability, and security considerations for the APWMS. It then delves into agile methodologies, specifically comparing and contrasting Unified Process (UP) and Scrum. The analysis highlights the advantages of each approach, particularly emphasizing Scrum's iterative and client-focused nature. The report recommends Scrum for the APWMS, citing its ability to handle changes and direct client interaction. The report also references the importance of cloud-based services for data management and the adoption of agile methodologies in software development. References to relevant academic papers support the analysis.

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Cloud Based Solution......................................................................................................................2
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Cloud-Based Solution
Auto-Parts Warehouse Management System (APWMS) is a system that manages data and
information about the auto parts, which has required into the manufacturing. There is a proposal
for the APWMS in which cloud-based services will require for the management of various
services. Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) can be used for the system to manage all the data
storage and networking services. There are many benefits of cloud computing in the management
of multi-disciplinary analysis, such as technological, human resource, and financial analysis
(Cook, 2019). The company should hire cloud-based services from a particular vendor, which
provides better services to them, such as high uptime, accuracy, scalability, flexibility, and many
others (Jansen, 2011). In addition, there are some security issues with cloud-based services.
Security is necessary for the whole system (Zhong & Rohde, 2014).
Moreover, there are some outstanding features of cloud computing (Kiadehi & Mohammadi,
2012). Cloud-based services will improve the data warehouse (Krutz & Vines, 2010). There are
many other benefits of cloud computing, which can be helpful in the system. There are some
issues with cloud computing in the implementation (Rittinghouse & Ransome, 2016).
Furthermore, cloud computing can manage all the business processes of the company (So, 2011).
In addition, a cloud-based solution will provide better solutions to the system (Zhong & Rohde,
2014). Cloud computing is highly adopted by the companies to develop software and other
services for managing their various business functions in a proper way. Most of the companies
have adopted cloud-based services, which is a better way to implement new services and cloud-
based services have supported migration from information systems to cloud services. Cloud
computing provides a high level of computing services in development. Most of the
configuration can require high-level configuration. Cloud computing can support agile
methodology as well. In addition, there are some basic needs of the development life cycle,
which can fulfill the cloud-based services. In addition, there are some technical issues in the
migration of the technologies and system, which can easily in cloud-based services. In addition,
cloud computing is helpful in the data analytics and other business processes of the company.

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Unified Process
Iterations have used for project development in an iterative methodology. It provides various
advantages to the company in its business growth. In addition, the agile methodology provides
high level of success in project management (Chow & Cao, 2008). There are some traditional
approaches to software development, which has failed because of various reasons, such as lack
of monitoring, requirements, change management, and many others (Fernandez & Fernandez,
2008).
Agile methodology provides better results in the development of small-scale projects
(Highsmith, 2009). There are various benefits of the unified process approach in system
development. There are some technical advantages to this technology. In addition, agile
methodologies are highly used in software development.
Scrum
Scrum is the best technology in the agile methodology. It provides iterative and interactive
project development to the developer team. In addition, there are some basic advantages of
scrum technology in software development. Agile methodology is the best way to provide better
services to the client (Sacolick, 2018). Moreover, agile methodology has provided a better
implementation of databases and front-end frameworks, according to the client (Serrador &
Pinto, 2015). Thus, the company can choose scrum for project development.
However, scrum has faced issues in large-scale projects, which has created because of large-
scale documentation and changes in the requirements of the project. In addition, there are many
other advantages of the scrum that makes it different from other methodologies. It provides
better results from other agile methodologies, such as UP, RAD, and many others (Highsmith,
2009).
It has concluded that the company should adopt scrum methodology for the development of
APWMS, as it is a better approach to handle multiple challenges in the implementation and
development. There are some basic changes in the development of APWMS because it is a
particular department based work, which will connect with all other functions.

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Furthermore, the company must choose scrum for software development, as it is better for the
client as well as for the company. It can manage various changes in different iterations and
increments in the project. In addition, agile methodology has preferred by most of the software
development companies, as it increases the chances of success and reduces various risks of the
project. Besides, developer can establish a direct connection with the client, which is better for
understanding of requirements of the project. In addition, there are some basic needs of the
system to improve their efficiency.
The system must follow the scrum methodology to properly manage all the basic need of the
systems. In addition, the company must adopt online services to manage all the things in a proper
way. Moreover, iterative processes have provided better results for the project management.
However, scrum has failed in the case of the large-scale project because of various reasons. In
addition, there are basic needs of the data warehouse system, which can be fulfilled by the scrum
technique of project management. Moreover, the company can manage its systems using this
technique in a proper manner. Besides, scrum can provide additional features to the company.

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References
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