Reference

SOP documentation and tool quick links for the HIKM workflow.

Standard Operating Procedures

Complete reference for all project phases and their steps.

1

Discovery & Requirements

Gather project requirements, define scope, and identify stakeholders.

1.1
Client Intake FormRequired

Complete the client intake questionnaire with all project details.

1.2
Stakeholder IdentificationRequired

Identify all project stakeholders and their roles.

1.3
Requirements DocumentRequired

Draft the requirements document based on intake data.

1.4
Scope DefinitionRequired

Define project scope, deliverables, and timeline.

Prompt Template

Create a project requirements summary for [PROJECT_NAME]. Include: project goals, target audience, key features, technical constraints, and success metrics.
2

Planning & Architecture

Design system architecture, create project plans, and establish timelines.

2.1
Technical ArchitectureRequired

Design the system architecture and technology stack.

2.2
Project TimelineRequired

Create detailed project timeline with milestones.

2.3
Resource AllocationRequired

Assign team members and allocate resources.

2.4
Risk Assessment

Identify potential risks and mitigation strategies.

Prompt Template

Generate a technical architecture plan for [PROJECT_NAME]. Include: system components, data flow, API design, and infrastructure requirements.
3

Design & Prototyping

Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for approval.

3.1
WireframesRequired

Create low-fidelity wireframes for all key screens.

3.2
UI DesignRequired

Create high-fidelity UI designs based on approved wireframes.

3.3
Prototype

Build an interactive prototype for client review.

3.4
Design ApprovalRequired

Get client sign-off on the final designs.

Prompt Template

Create a design brief for [PROJECT_NAME]. Include: brand guidelines, color palette, typography, component library needs, and responsive breakpoints.
4

Development

Build the application following the approved designs and architecture.

4.1
Environment SetupRequired

Set up development environment, CI/CD, and repositories.

4.2
Core FeaturesRequired

Implement core application features and functionality.

4.3
IntegrationRequired

Integrate third-party services and APIs.

4.4
Code ReviewRequired

Conduct thorough code reviews and address feedback.

Prompt Template

Create a development task breakdown for [PROJECT_NAME] Phase [PHASE]. Include: feature list, acceptance criteria, estimated complexity, and dependencies.
5

Testing & QA

Comprehensive testing including unit, integration, and user acceptance testing.

5.1
Unit TestingRequired

Write and run unit tests for all core components.

5.2
Integration TestingRequired

Test all system integrations and data flows.

5.3
UATRequired

Conduct user acceptance testing with stakeholders.

5.4
Bug FixesRequired

Address all identified issues from testing phases.

Prompt Template

Generate a QA test plan for [PROJECT_NAME]. Include: test scenarios, edge cases, performance benchmarks, and acceptance criteria.
6

Deployment & Launch

Deploy to production, monitor performance, and hand off to the client.

6.1
Staging DeploymentRequired

Deploy to staging environment for final verification.

6.2
Production DeploymentRequired

Deploy to production environment.

6.3
Monitoring SetupRequired

Configure monitoring, alerts, and logging.

6.4
Client HandoffRequired

Complete documentation and hand off to client team.

Prompt Template

Create a deployment checklist for [PROJECT_NAME]. Include: environment config, DNS setup, SSL certificates, monitoring, and rollback procedures.