Waterfall Governance
Waterfall Governance is a project management and development methodology that emphasizes a linear, sequential approach to software development and project execution. It involves distinct phases such as requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance, with each phase completed before moving to the next. This structured process is often used in regulated industries or large-scale projects where predictability, documentation, and formal approvals are critical.
Developers should learn Waterfall Governance when working on projects with strict regulatory requirements, such as in healthcare, finance, or government sectors, where audit trails and compliance are mandatory. It is also useful for large, complex projects with well-defined requirements that are unlikely to change, as it provides clear milestones and reduces risks through thorough planning and documentation. However, it is less suitable for agile or fast-paced environments where flexibility and iterative feedback are needed.