The initial phase is required to accomplish the infrastructure set up for the Offshore Development Center - which would include setting up of the Physical Infrastructure such as Office equipment & Development Environment and also the assignment of professionals with relevant skill sets to the Offshore Software Development Center. This phase takes around 2 - 4 weeks time. The next phase is very critical to the long term functioning of the ODC. This phase deals with setting up of a functional process, which will be implemented and improved upon through out the life of the Offshore Development Center. A detailed discussion is held to decide on the process to set up the Communication protocol, Operational efficiency/Reporting structure, Specific roles and responsibilities assigned to specific personnel. Project Delivery Methodology and the Escalation procedures.
