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The business benefits of service-oriented development of applications are widely touted. Our SODA model indicates that these benefits are real and achievable.  Read More




Reuse Is the Key to the SODA ROI Model

Service-oriented development of applications can vastly improve application development groups' productivity, quality and time to market. Without reuse, however, SODA's return on investment will be an empty promise.

Balance the Risks Against the ROI in SODA Projects

Companies with new development initiatives and major legacy extension programs risk reduced return on investment by using traditional client/server technologies, rather than service-oriented development of applications.


SODA Return on Investment Model Productivity Factors

To compare the costs and benefits of moving from traditional to service-oriented development of applications, determine whether your company is looking for short-term gain or long-term, total cost of ownership benefits.

Assess the Productivity Factors for SODA

A mixed approach to the service-oriented development of applications provides the highest return on investment, with AD productivity improvements of 28 percent in Year 1 and 55 percent by Year 5.


SODA Reuse Model Factors and Parameters

The domain of the services-oriented development of applications reuse model influences productivity improvements and cost savings.

SODA Reuse Model: ROI and Cost Savings

Implementing service-oriented development of applications can lead to substantial benefits during a five-year planning period. Find the style that works for your organization.


ARAD Methods and Tools Improve Productivity and ROI

A "mixed" approach to the service-oriented development of applications is ideal, but architected, rapid application development can provide most companies with the highest productivity and return on investment benefits.