Software Process Improvement with CMM

Features

• Cover Type: Hard Cover with 198 pages
• Published by: Artech House Publishers December 1998
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0890066442
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0890066447
• Book Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.2 x 0.7 inches
• Weighs: 15 ounces

Product Description
gives software project managers & administrators a real-world understanding of software process improvement with CMM (Capability Maturity Model) & how it can be implemented in each stage of the software development cycle

Download Description
Here?s a practical, step-by-step approach for improving your organization?s software development process, using the software Engineering Institute?s Capability Maturity Model (CMM). The book gives software project managers and administrators a real-world understanding of software process improvement with CMM and how it can be implemented in each stage of the software development lifecycle. The book emphasizes software process definition, the effective use of software metrics, and common sense software project management along with CMM specifics. This integrated approach will help professionals achieve continuous software process improvement with CMM as the working guideline. The book explains common misconceptions associated with software Process Improvement and CMM, and uses many real-world examples taken from the author?s experience in helping business and government organizations define and improve the software development and management process. It includes a detailed case study, over 50 illustrations and tables, and a reference table of key software metrics.

Reader Reviews
This is a very helpful book for anyone working to implement the Capability Maturity Model. The author describes the culture that is necessary for effective process improvement, and clarifies the CMM terms, making them easier to use. He also describes the need for metrics in process improvement, and recommends methods for capturing and using the information you collect. There is also a very helpful chapter on assessments. Overall I found the book informative and easy to read.