Discovery - The Developer Society

The journey from Discovery to definition

What is Discovery all about?

Discovery is about getting to the bottom of your needs, audiences, team and so much more. This is where we go all Poirot (without the body in the library) to unearth all the detail we need to set us up for a successful project.

The crucial step we will take together is the very first one. To get started on a secure footing, we make sure we’re fully aligned on deliverables and process. Working together to unearth all the important details of the project. We will work together creatively to dig into the detail. This may include:

Workshops: in person or online
Digital maturity index
Wardley mapping
User story creation
User workshops, interviews and surveys

Read more below about each step of the journey and how this takes you from initial idea to full plan for your digital project.

The Developer Society has been really flexible and really get under the skin of a project which means you can trust them to deliver what you need, when you need it.
Beckett Vester Living Streets

What will we do in Discovery?

Navigating the complex digital landscape is a lot easier with us as a guide by your side, gathering the detail and turning your vision into a concrete action plan. This is the part of the process that takes you from the initial spark of an idea to a clear, actionable digital strategy.

Step 1: Discovery Workshops

Let’s begin with a immersive workshops where we unpack your digital aspirations and challenges. Together, we’ll explore your organisation’s mission, the impact you want to achieve, and the digital landscape. Engage stakeholders through collaborative sessions to understand the needs and behaviours of your audience.

Step 2: Ideation and Concept Generation

Inspired by the best practices from Google Design Sprints, we rapidly generate and refine ideas that address your core challenges. This phase is all about creativity and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We will facilitate brainstorming sessions to uncover innovative solutions.

Step 3: Prototyping and Feedback

We can prototype your digital solutions using lean methodologies, creating simple models that bring your ideas to life. We can test these prototypes with real users to gather invaluable feedback and iterate on the designs. Let's validate the direction of your digital project before full-scale development.

Step 4: Definition and Roadmapping

With a clear understanding of what works, we move into the Definition phase, where we crystallise your digital strategy into a detailed roadmap. Define the scope, objectives, and key deliverables of your digital project. Develop a comprehensive project plan with milestones, resources, and timelines.