The Role of Assessment in Software Process Improvement

Abstract

This report discusses the role of assessment in improving an organization's software capabilities; specifically, the ability of the organization's projects to consistently meet cost, schedule, and quality objectives. Software process assessments are described from both a conceptual and pragmatic point of view. Underlying concepts of software process, software process management, and software process maturity are discussed. Collectively, these constitute a framework for software process assessment and improvement.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1989
Accession Number
ADA227426

Entities

People

  • David H. Kitson
  • Watts Humphrey

Organizations

  • Carnegie Mellon University

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  • Engineered Resilient Systems
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  • Computer science
  • Engineering

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  • Computer Science.
  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Systems Analysis and Design