We earlier informed you that some Windows 8 Features have leaked and tell us that Micrsoft’s planning for Windows 8 is inspired by Apple and they are also thinking to launch a Windows 8 Machine.The documentation further reveals that Microsoft has divided Windows 8 product Cycle in 3 main stages where Final Testing has to be done with Dell which is bit interesting. As these slides were leaked by some HP Official but a reference for Dell also exists.
- Planning (from Framing to Vision): Big picture thinking, themes then scenarios, and feature identification list.
- Development (from Vision to Beta): Design and build features, refine SKUs (shelf-keeping units) and value propositions, and begin sharing code.
- Readiness (from Beta to GA+90): Feature complete and bug-fixing, establish and track readiness metrics, and focus on creating great Dell + Windows experiences.
[Via Microsoft Kitchen]