Information technology (IT) projects, especially software programming projects, have the highest failure rate. The abstract nature of software is one of the main reasons. People only see its existence when it is put into use.

Because of this abstract nature, there are many reasons, mostly subjective, leading to project failure. There are reasons from the investor (Party A), and there are also reasons from the software programming outsourcing partner (Party B).

1. Reasons from the investor (Party A)

Misperception of software

Many businesses have a wrong perception of the role of software, considering it an all-powerful solution instead of a process support tool. This leads to unrealistic expectations and failure in implementation.

Lack of close attention to the software being programmed

Business owners often lack direct involvement in the software development process, leading to a gap between expectations and reality. This lack of coordination reduces the effectiveness of implementation and adoption.

“Why use new software when it is stable?”

Constantly changing requirements

Continuously changing requirements and workflows make it difficult for the development team. This increases time, increases costs, and reduces the quality of the final product.

Lack of consensus among departments

Departments in the enterprise that do not coordinate closely when implementing software will lead to process breakdowns. This weakens the effectiveness of the software and causes failure.

Lack of investment in operations

Software requires a team of continuous maintenance and technical support. Lack of investment in operations leads to untimely troubleshooting and reduced efficiency.

Half-hearted investment in software programming

Software projects require synchronous investment in hardware, software, and training. Small amounts of funding or unsynchronized investment makes the project prolonged and ineffective.

2. Programming Causes from the Software Company (Party B)

Incorrect Software Programming Estimate

Incorrect estimates lead to incorrect quotes and incorrect project completion time estimates. This is often due to the inexperience of the person taking the requirements.

Incorrect assessment of some functions in the system or incorrect assessment of the core part is also the cause.

Insufficient implementation staff

The implementation team needs to understand both the software and the business operations. They are an important bridge between the business and the development team.

In many projects, the implementation team lacks expertise. Or highly qualified people do not understand IT.

Unforeseen software programming risks

In addition to the above causes, there are many other factors. They can make it difficult to implement a software project.

3. Conclusion

Successful software implementation requires close coordination between the investor and the software company. Businesses should prepare carefully, clearly define the needs and goals of the project. Choosing a reputable and experienced partner will significantly increase the chances of success.

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