[kictanet] [Skunkworks] Expensive software systems?

[Phares Kariuki]

>
> What makes them cost so much is the assurance that they are tested, have
> reference sites and simply they will work. That 10 years down the line KPA
> can still get support/enhancements from the Company.
>
> Dealing with individual developers is tricky. They can switch jobs/go to
> US/become sacred cows ... :-) A big company/organization feels safe dealing
> with an equally big organization that can't fold/disappear/change strategy
> overnight.
>
I tend to agree. Most Kenyan software outfits are briefcase companies. I'm
sure many on the list have been called to migrate or resuscitate a system
where the developer 'quit' working for his company, leaving it in limbo or
got a better offer. Basic documentation is a foreign concept. EABL paid 1
Billion for SAP, however, I don't see SAP going down any time soon... Same
applies, support is the most important thing, as it ensures business
continuity.


>
> On Wed, Jun 25, 2008 at 11:03 AM, aki <aki275 at googlemail.com> wrote:
>
>> Wesley, you are absolutely correct on developing local solutions.  Local
>> developers can do  an equally or even better design, implementation and
>> sustain long term support of the systems. Outsourcing of technology,
>> software and solutions will  lead to loss of jobs, revenue, oppurtunity
>> and growth for kenyans in the ICT sector.
>>
>> The ICT software development community is a strong selling point for
>> Kenya. Would it be possible for ICT policy makers to integrate the
>> development community in its visions,  plans and strategies ? This would be
>> a great start and would lay the foundations of understanding and
>> promoting local potential to even the sponsors/loaners/financiers of such
>> projects
>>
>> With Rgds.
>>
>> Aki.
>>
>>
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> Phares Kaboro Kariuki,
>
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With Regards,
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deserve".
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