fossefallmodellen

The fossefallmodellen, or waterfall model, is a sequential project management approach. It divides a project into distinct phases, with each phase needing to be completed before the next one can begin. These phases typically include requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance. The model emphasizes thorough documentation and planning at each stage, aiming to ensure a clear understanding of objectives and deliverables upfront. Once a phase is finished and signed off, it is considered "frozen," meaning changes are difficult and costly to implement. This structured, linear progression makes it easy to understand and manage, particularly for projects with well-defined requirements that are unlikely to change significantly. However, its rigidity can be a drawback for projects where flexibility and adaptation are important. The inability to revisit previous phases easily means that errors or omissions discovered late in the process can be expensive and time-consuming to rectify. Despite these limitations, the fossefallmodellen remains a foundational concept in project management, particularly in environments prioritizing a predictable and controlled workflow.