Software Process Improvement and Capability Determination

Name: Software Process Improvement and Capability Determination | 12th International Conference, SPICE 2012, Palma de Mallorca, Spain, May 29-31, 2012. Proceedings
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12th International Conference, SPICE 2012, Palma de Mallorca, Spain, May 29-31, 2012. Proceedings

Antonia Mas Antoni Mesquida Terry Rout Rory V. O'Connor Alec Dorling(Editor)

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Published on 2. June 2012

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Title
Preface
Organization
Table of Contents
Organizational Process Improvement 1
Critical Success Factors in Software ProcessI mprovement: A Systematic Review
Introduction
Systematic Review Methodology
Identify the Needs for a Review
Develop and Validate the Systematic Review Protocol
Conduct the Review
Report of the Systematic Review Results
Studies Trends
Studies Classificatiion
Studies by Model
Identified Critical Success Factors
Pareto Analysis
Critical Success Factors
Conclusions
References
Integrated Process Improvement Approach: Case Studies in Skype Technologies Ltd.
Introduction
Motivation for Developing an Integrated Process Improvement Approach
Technology Orientation
Agile Process Improvement Methods
Knowledge-Sharing Networks
Case Studies in Skype Technologies Ltd.
Case Study A - Task and Issue Management Process Improvement
Case Study B - Improvement of Collaboration Infrastructure
Discussion
Conclusions
References
A Case Study on Employee Perceptions of Organization Wide Continuous Process Improvement Activities
Introduction
Continuity of Process Improvement
Case Study
Submitter Characteristics
Date Characteristics
Content Characteristics
Employee Perception
Factor Analysis
Reliability Analysis
Multiple Regression Analysis
Comparison of Means
Conclusion
References
SPI in Small and Very Small Enterprises
Using Composition Trees to Validate an Entry Profileof Software Engineering Lifecycle Profiles for Very SmallEntities (VSEs)
Introduction
Lifecycle Profiles for Very Small Entities
Using Composition Trees to Model and Compare Software Processes
Composition Trees
Using Composition Trees to Model Software Processes
Comparing Composition Trees
Comparing the VSE Entry Profile with ISO/IEC 12207
Discussion
Conclusions and Further Research Topics
References
Gained Experience by Making Intervention to Improve Software Process in Very Small Organizations
Introduction
Assessment Execution
Process Assessment Model
Process Assessment Process
Context
Enterprise A
Enterprise B
Enterprise C
Enterprise D
Process Improvement and Intervention
Cost and Benefits
Reassessment Process
Lessons Learned
Recommendations
Conclusions
Future Work
References
A Hierarchy of SPI Activities for Software SMEs: Results from ISO/IEC 12207-Based SPI Assessments
Introduction
Study Overview
ISO/IEC 12207 Software Development Process Reference Framework
Technique for Converting ISO/IEC 12207 to a SPI Survey Instrument
SPI Data Collection
Hierarchy of SPI Activities for Software SMEs
Recommendations for Future SPI Assessments and Studies
Recommendations for Versions of Process Reference Frameworks
Conclusion
References
Process Models 1
Innovation, Knowledge- and Technology Transfer Process Capability Model - innoSPICET
Introduction
Turning Knowledge- and Technology via Transfer into Innovation
Understanding Knowledge and Technology Development
Understanding Knowledge- and Technology Transfer
Understanding Knowledge- and Technology Related Innovation
Role of Organizational Structures
Process-Oriented Knowledge- and Technology Development, Transfer and Innovation Model
Conclusion
References
A Case Study on Process Composition Using Enterprise SPICE Model
Introduction
Research Background
Elements of a Process Description
Enterprise SPICE Overview
Return on Training Investment
Process Composition Using Enterprise SPICE Model
Case Study
Conclusions
References
Extending ISO/IEC 12207 with Software Product Management: A Process Reference Model Proposal
Introduction, Goals, and Approach
A Software Product Management Process Reference Model
Software Product Management Category
Software Product Management Support Category
Software Engineering Lifecycle Category
Integration of the Reference Model with ISO/IEC 12207
Summary, Conclusions, and Further Work
References
SPI in Automotive Software and Security
An Experiment on Merging Quality Assessment in Automotive Domain
Introduction
Certification Representation Model
Position Regarding Relevant Works
Extended Metamodel for HIS Scope and IS026262 Processes
Integrated Assessment Model
Definition of the Boundaries of the Evaluation Context
Assessment Application
Results and Future Works
Mapping Results
Future Works
Conclusion
References
A Process-Oriented Approach for Functional Safety Implementation in the Automotive Industry
Introduction
Process Improvement Models versus Functional Safety
Challenges in Introducing Functional Safety
Building the Method
Contact Points between ISO 26262 and Automotive SPICE
The Integrated Process Reference Model
The Integrated Process Assessment Model
The Method
Conclusion and Future Research Directions
References
Designing a Process Reference Model for Information Security Management Systems
Introduction
Standardization Context
Related Work
Mapping Methodology
The Mapping
Audit Process
Organizational Management Process
Determination of Information Security Specific Processes
Conclusion and Perspectives
References
SPI in Medical and Safety Critical Systems
Barriers to Adopting Agile Practices When Developing Medical Device Software
Introduction
Challenges to Developing Medical Device Software
Barriers to Agile Adoption
Overcoming Identified Barriers
Lack of Documentation
Traceability Issues
Regulatory Compliance
Lack of Up-Front Planning
Managing Multiple Releases
Conclusions and Future Work
References
Development of a Process Assessment Model for Assessing Medical IT Networks against IEC 80001-1
Introduction
IEC 80001-1 Overview
What Is IEC 80001?
Roles and Responsibilities
Developing Process Models for Assessing against IEC 80001-1
Process Assessment and ISO/IEC 15504
ISO/IEC 20000 - Service Management Standards
IEC 80001-1 - Relationship with ISO/IEC 20000
Service Management in the Lifecycle of a Medical Device Network
Relationship between IEC 80001-1 and ISO/IEC 20000
TIPA Methodology
TIPA Transformation Process Overview
How the TIPA Transformation Process May Be Applied to IEC 80001-1
Conclusions and Future Work
References
Traceability-Why Do It?
Introduction
Traceability-What Is It?
Definition
Implementation of Traceability
Implementation Considerations
Tool Options for Traceability
Cost Considerations
Research Methodology
Findings
Conclusions
Future Work
References
Organizational Process Improvement 2
Improving the Tendering Process through the Deployment of PMBOK®
Introduction
Definition of a Generic Tendering Process
Definition of a Generic Project Management Process
The Project Management Body of Knowledge, PMBOK®
Project Management in ISO/IEC 15504-5
A Generic Project Management Process
Application in Software Companies
Companies' Overview
Starting Point for the Companies
Application in Company A
Conclusion
References
FIRST: Common-Sense Process Scopes for Starting a Process Improvement Program
Introduction
Process Appraisals: State-of-the-Art
Process Appraisal Methods (PAMs)
PAM Scope
Reducing the Appraisal Scope: Some Experiences
FIRST, Keep It Simple!
(Re)shaping Appraisal Scopes: Criteria
(Re)shaping Appraisal Scopes: Content
(Re)shaping Appraisal Scopes: the FIRST Proposal
Conclusions and Next Steps
References
A Systematic Approach to the Comparison of Roles in the Software Development Processes
Introduction
Research Overview
Roles in Software Development Processes
Roles in Traditional Software Development
Roles in ISO/IEC 12207
Roles in Extreme Programming
Roles in Scrum
Roles in FDD
Evaluation of Roles from Industrial Settings
Conclusions
References
Process Models 2
Framework for Usage of Multiple Software Process Models
Introduction
Background and Related Works
Transitional Software Process Model
Requirements of Transitional Software Process Model
Ontology of TSPM
Formalized Description of the Model
Scope of the Model
Process Assessment Model
Transformation of Assessment Results
Empirical and Descriptive
Conclusions
References
Self-assessment Model and Review Technique for SPICE: SMART SPICE
Introduction
Literature Review
Survey Work
Proposed SMART SPICE Model: An Innovative Tool
Framework of the Proposed Assessment Model and Its Features
Methodology
Scoring
Capability Determination
Technical Aspects and Implementation Modalities
Implementation
Results and Analysis
Challenges
Conclusions
References
Bayesian Network Based Bug-fix Effort Prediction Model
Introduction
Bayesian Belief Networks
Case Study
Data Analysis and Pre-processing
Model Construction
Model Verification
Results and Discussions
Conclusion and Future Work
References
Short Papers
A State of Art of Software Improvement Implementation Support Tools in SMEs
Introduction
Software Process Improvement in SMEs
State of Art of SMEs' Software Tools for Software Process Improvement
Conclusions
References
Adaptive Process Improvement Approaches
Introduction to Process Improvements
Context and Relevance of Process Improvements
Improvement Methodologies
Conclusions
References
Improving Risk Management Practices with Success Driver Analysis
Introduction
Risk Management with Success Drivers
Drivers
Application of the Method
Conclusions
References
Software Engineering Process and Quality Assurance Framework for Automotive Product Engineering Outsourcing
Introduction
Software Process and Quality Assurance Framework as Part of Business Design
Process Adaptation by Means of Process Capability Profiles
Conclusion
Reference
Applying Kaizen for Improving Productivity in Automotive Software Projects
Introduction
Background
Case Study
Value Stream Mapping
Visual Controls
Knowledge Management
Benefits
Conclusions
References
Best Practices for Achieving Automotive SPICE Capability Level 3
Introduction
ASPICE Capability Level 1
ASPICE Capability Level 2
ASPICE Capability Level 3
Deployment
Summary and Conclusions
Development of the Medi SPICE PRM
Introduction
Medi SPICE
The Development of the Medi SPICE PRM
Current Status
References
Concrete, Steel and ISO 15288
Background in the Foreground
Best Practice Specification
Leistungs Consult and Enterprise Based Business Design Improvement
EBBDI Tailoring: Integration and Implementation Process Examples
Example of EBBDI Tailoring: Maintenance Process
Summary and Results
DEFT - A Test Framework to Aid Decision Making
Introduction
The DEFT Framework
Defect Prediction Model
Testing Effort Model
Defect Fixing Model
Test Schedule to Completion
Conclusion
References
Evaluating Management Sentiment towards ISO/IEC 29110 in Very Small Software Development Companies
Introduction
The Research Process
Study Findings
Conclusions
References
Using Process Assessment Models Based on Multiple Process Reference Models in a Capability Determination Context
Introduction
Case Study
Further Application
References
Using Target Process Profiles in the Real World
Setting the Scene
Laying the Foundations
What Are Target Process Profiles?
The Practical Process Profiles Method
The Result - Lower Risk and Reduced Costs
Agile Maturity Model: Oxymoron or the Next Level of Understanding
The Current Discussion of Agile Maturity Models
Results of the Agile Maturity Model Survey
Conclusions
References
The Gamification of SPICE
Introduction
Gamification
Game Mechanics
Engagement
Conclusion
References
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