CPSC 544 Advanced Software Process Part II: The Repeatable Process

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms and concepts from the Advanced Software Process lecture notes, focusing on managing software organizations and processes.

Software Process Maturity

A framework for assessing and improving software processes.

Project Plan

A document that outlines the goals, tasks, resources, and timeline for a project.

Configuration Management

A systematic approach to managing changes in a project, ensuring integrity and traceability of products.

Software Quality Assurance (SQA)

A set of planned and systematic actions necessary to provide sufficient confidence that a product or service will satisfy the given requirements for quality.

Commitment Discipline

A foundational practice in software project management that ensures commitments are met through careful planning and tracking.

Management System

A system that ensures projects are completed successfully, centered on definitions of 'success' and 'completion'.

Commitment Hierarchy

A structured approach in which commitments are made at different levels of an organization, ensuring accountability and effective follow-through.

Contingency Process

A structured method for addressing conflicts and encouraging open discussions to resolve issues effectively.

Quarterly Review

A regular meeting where project and organizational performance are evaluated against established objectives and plans.

ISO/IEC Standards

International standards that guide the practices of software life cycle processes and quality management.