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Schedule estimation of software development projects has historically been, and continues to be, a major difficulty associated with the management of software development. Research efforts attempting to develop better estimation tools need to address two important issues: first, whether a more accurate estimation tool is necessarily a better tool, and secondly, how to adequately measure the accuracy of a (new) estimation method.
Our objective in this paper is to address these two issues. A series of industry interviews and literature study culminated in the development of a system dynamics model of software development project management. The model served as a laboratory vehicle for conducting simulation experiments on the impact of schedule estimation on software project behavior. The study produced two interesting results: first, that a different estimate creates a different project. The important implication that follows from this is that (new) software estimation tools cannot be adequately judged on the basis of how accurately they can estimate historical projects. Secondly, that a more accurate estimate is not necessarily a better estimate.
Keywords: Software Project Management, Schedule Estimation, Programmer Behavior, Simulation Model, System Dynamics.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the intricacies of software project management and the challenges associated with schedule estimation, a critical aspect of project success. The author delves into the dynamics of software development, examining how different estimations can significantly impact project outcomes. Historically, software estimation has been a complex and often inaccurate process, leading to cost overruns and schedule delays. The author challenges the notion that a more precise estimate is inherently better, arguing that it must also be evaluated in terms of its impact on project costs and behavior. Using a system dynamics model, the author demonstrates how schedule estimates influence hiring, firing, and productivity decisions, ultimately affecting project outcomes. The book emphasizes the importance of considering the broader context of software development, recognizing that different estimates can create different project realities. The insights presented in this book are invaluable for software project managers, researchers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between schedule estimation and software project behavior. The author provides a fresh perspective, challenging conventional wisdom and offering practical guidance for improving the accuracy and effectiveness of software estimation processes. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282284565_0
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