Accession Number:

ADA547302

Title:

Software Estimation: Developing an Accurate, Reliable Method

Descriptive Note:

Journal article

Corporate Author:

NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER WEAPONS DIV CHINA LAKE CA

Personal Author(s):

• Sinclair, Bob
• Rickets, Chris
• Hodgins, Brad

Report Date:

2011-08-01

Pagination or Media Count:

8.0

Abstract:

From a management perspective, it is essential that software estimates used in a TSP launch are as accurate as possible. Significant growth due to estimation inaccuracy can wreak havoc on a team attempting to stay within cost and schedule while executing its established plan. This article discusses how a software team that uses both proxy-based and size-based estimates is able to accurately plan, launch, and execute on schedule.

Descriptors:

• *SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
• *ESTIMATES
• PLANNING
• COSTS
• SCHEDULING
• REPRINTS

Subject Categories:

• Administration and Management
• Computer Programming and Software

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE