When to choose a predictive approach?

The predictive approach is chosen when the project has:

• Clearly defined requirements and goals from the start.
• Low uncertainty and stable conditions.
• The need for strict planning of deadlines and budget.

This approach is suitable for projects where all stages can be planned in advance and changes during development are minimized. For example, when creating standard corporate software with a fixed set of features.

Unlike adaptive (agile) methods, predictive focuses on sequential execution of stages: analysis, design, development, testing, deployment.

Using the predictive approach is justified if:

• High predictability of results is required.
• The project has strict regulatory or contractual constraints.
• The team and customer prefer formal control and documentation.

If the project is dynamic and requirements may change, it is better to choose an adaptive approach.