Software Modernization.
Abstract
The dependence of the United States on qualitative superiority to maintain deterrence has increased emphasis on software for flexible and responsive support of mission-critical and general-purpose applications. However, responsiveness and integrity of software systems is being jeopardized by the labor-intensiveness of software programming and growing shortage of qualified software programmers relative to expanding demand. Although the software problem is generally recognized and initiatives have been started to improve the situation, progress has failed to reverse the trend. Technological solutions offer potential to reverse this situation. However, near-term gains are limited by attitudes and approaches toward software modernization. Changes are needed to minimize near-term problem and accelerate achievement of long-term benefits. The most critical near-term action is the establishment of progressive and demanding policies on software modernization. Factors which make software programming labor-intensive and which impact on software modernization are presented along with some ongoing efforts to reduce this labor-intensiveness and provide for software modernization. Recommendations on areas requiring additional emphasis to address this critical problem are suggested.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADA178528
Entities
People
- Robert C. Hanlon
Organizations
- Air War College