Software Project Management: Unified Framework

Author: (USA) Lois
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Publish Date: 2002-10-01
Features: This book conducts a rigorous theoretical analysis of traditional management models in the field of software project management today, proposes a corresponding more recent management system, and elaborates on the characteristics and specific operational processes of the new model. The book is divided into five parts. Chapters 1 to 4 introduce the revival of software project management, showcasing the development history of software project management and analyzing the shortcomings of traditional models. Chapters 5 to 9 introduce the process framework of software project management, detailing the entire process of a software project from conception to the final launch, maintenance, and upgrades, giving readers a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of software project management. Chapters 10 to 14 primarily focus on software management procedures. Chapters 15 to 17 introduce the latest developments in software project management and look ahead to future prospects in this field. Finally, the book also includes specific case studies and supporting materials.
Content:
Part 1: The Revival of Software Management
1. Traditional Software Management
2. The Evolution of Software Economics
3. Improved Software Economics
4. Comparison of Old and New Methods
Part 2: Software Management Process Framework
5. Stages of the Survival Cycle
6. Human Factors in the Process
7. Model-Based Software Architecture
8. Process Handling
9. Process Inspection
Part 3: Software Management Procedures
10. Iterative Process Planning
11. Project Organization and Reliability
12. Process Automation
13. Project Control and Process Implementation
14. Designing the Process
Part 4: Future Prospects
15. Modern Project Overview
16. Next-Generation Software Economics
17. Transformation in Modern Process Handling
Part 5: Case Studies and Supporting Materials
Appendix A: Current State of Software Management
Appendix B: COCOMO Cost Estimation Model
Appendix C: Variation Measurement
Appendix D: CCPDS-R Case Study
Appendix E: Process Improvement and CMM Mapping