The purpose of this workflow detail is to create a deployment unit that enables the software product to be effectively installed and used.

Topics

Write Release Notes Develop Installation Artifacts Create Deployment Unit End-User Support Material (Approved) Deployment Plan Release Notes Installation Artifacts Training Materials Implementer Deployment Manager Configuration Manager Deployment Unit Build (Product Baseline)


Description To top of page

The purpose of this workflow detail is to:

  • Create a deployment unit that consists of the software, and the necessary accompanying artifacts required to effectively install and use it.
  • The deployment unit can be created for the purposes of beta testing a test deployment to the final users or, depending on it level of maturity, for the final product.

Related Information To top of page

This section provides links to additional information related to this workflow detail.

Timing To top of page

This work is primarily performed in the Construction and Transition phases, although it may start in the Elaboration phase especially where aspects of the deployment of the product are determined to involve significant architectural risk. This work typically begins mid-way through the iteration and may be repeated several times during the remainder of the iteration.

Optionality To top of page

This work is not considered optional, although it will differ in format, style and level of ceremony to suit the project context.

How to Staff To top of page

This workflow detail relies on the skill set of described roles to create the product,  installation scripts, and associated user support material, in a form that can be effectively delivered to the end users.

Work Guidelines To top of page

See the Related Information section for additional guidance that will help you in performing this work.



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