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 | Software Development and Support Benchmarking Improving software quality and productivity begins with the establishment of a measurement baseline. The baseline is then compared to industry benchmarks to quantify quality and productivity and identify improvement opportunities. As opportunities are implemented, the baseline allows you to measure the change and quantify the impact. The expertise of Q/P Management Group can help you achieve numerous benefits from this management tool. Our Approach The benchmarking methodology utilizes proven techniques to statistically measure the output and quality of the software development process. The techniques used include function point analysis, best in practice analysis, financial analysis, defect measurement and user satisfaction surveys. The resulting baseline and benchmark comparison will provide your organization with:
Projects A major activity in the benchmarking process is the data collection and analysis of completed development projects. This data will quantify development quality and productivity and identify opportunities to improve the development environment. In-process development projects can also be included in order to assist in project planning, estimating and change of scope management. Application Assets Our benchmarking process also focuses on existing applications. Application size, support costs and maintenance variables are collected and analyzed. The resulting information provides a basis for an applications maintenance strategy, identification of maintenance improvement opportunities and valuation of software assets. Process Improvement Initiatives A major deliverable of the benchmarking process is the identification of Continuous Process Improvement opportunities. On the basis of project and application measures, we will compare your organization's use of tools and processes to the best in practice and identify opportunities that will significantly improve productivity, quality and reduce costs. Optionally, we can assist you in the planning and implementation of specific improvement opportunities. Our Services Our benchmarking service results in a comprehensive measurement baseline that will allow you to achieve your quality and productivity goals. Depending on your unique requirements, we can help you:
Please contact us to discuss how we can help you baseline your existing environment and establish an ongoing benchmarking process. Call us at 781-438-2692 or use our Email response form to request more information. Click here and indicate your interest and/or questions using the 'Subject' and 'Text' sections. |
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