The critical first step in this type of planning is to understand the data requirements on the card as it relates to each disparate software application that your project will deploy. Building a smart card system that stores value i.e. gift certificates, show tickets, redemption points or cash equivalents requires an attention to detail not necessary in other information management systems.
The most important detail of a successful stored value card is that the card and program are perceived by users as being compelling, justifying the switch from other payment options. User information and system wide training should be part of your budget. It is recommended that you phase-in each feature set after the first one is working. Here is a list of some questions that are pertinent to these systems in addition to the above questions.
