Software Estimation: Developing an Accurate, Reliable Method

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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.

Author(s):
Sinclair, Bob ; Rickets, Chris ; Hodgins, Brad
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER WEAPONS DIV CHINA LAKE CA
Descriptive Note:
Journal article
Supplementary Note:
Published in CrossTalk, p25-31, July/August 2011.
Pagination:
0008

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Monitor Series:
NAWC-WPNS/CL
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.5.2_Task; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_5.3.3_Develop Strategy; JCA_5.3.4_Develop Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.5_Analyze Courses of Action; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_8_Building Partnerships
Communities of Interest:
Materials and Manufacturing Processes
Descriptor(s):
*SOFTWARE ENGINEERING, *ESTIMATES, PLANNING, COSTS, SCHEDULING, REPRINTS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Administration and Management, Computer Programming and Software
Keyword(s):
SOFTWARE ESTIMATES, TSP(TEAM SOFTWARE PROCESS)
Report Date:
2011 Aug 01
Creation Date:
2011 Aug 31