Issues in Tool Acquisition

Abstract

This technical report identifies issues involved in the acquisition of Computer Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools. Among the issues identified and discussed are cost, performance, process support, maintenance, data management, tool integration, and standardization. The report concludes with recommendations intended for individuals or groups responsible for acquiring CASE tools.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1991
Accession Number
ADA244292

Entities

People

  • Dennis B. Smith
  • Edwin J. Morris
  • Paul F. Zarrella

Organizations

  • Carnegie Mellon University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Data Management
  • Data Storage Systems
  • Databases
  • Engineering
  • Governments
  • Maintenance
  • Operating Systems
  • Personnel Management
  • Productivity
  • Relational Databases
  • Software Development
  • Software Development Tools
  • Standards

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Computer Science.
  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis