Software Maintenance Success Recipes

ISBN-13: 9781439851661 / Angielski / Twarda / 2011 / 315 str.

Donald J Reifer

Opis

Offering critical insight into the preparation of systems for transition and turnover to software operations and maintenance during development, this book covers all phases of maintenance, including software retirement.

Spis treści

Maintenance Is Everybody’s Primary Business. Software Maintenance Overview. The Maintenance Pie—What Work Needs to Be Done. Ten Success Recipes for Surviving the Maintenance Battles. Adequate Transition and Turnover Planning. Establishing a Solid Management Infrastructure. Best-in-Class Facilities. Responsive User Support Structure.A Focus on Regression Testing. Content-Based Annual Releases. Proper Resourcing (Staff and Equipment). Effective Measurement Data Utilization. Being Ready for the Next Major Upgrade. Knowing When to Retire the System. Future Shock—An Action Plan. Winning the Battles for Prestige, Resources, and Recognition. Key Point Summary. Final Remarks. References. Appendices: Acronyms. Glossary. Recommended Readings, References, and Resources. Each chapter includes Lessons Learned, A Case Study, References, & Web Pointers.