SEI Series in Software Engineering Ser.: CMMI(R) for Outsourcing : Guidelines...

Description: Software Engineering/Information Technology "By following the guidance contained in [the CMMI-ACQ and this book], you'll be able to build an organic acquisition capability that will position your organization to successfully set the scope of engagements with suppliers, keep suppliers and in-house users focused on a common picture of success, and deliver capabilities that will position your organization as a leader in your market or mission for years to come." -From the Foreword by Brian Gallagher Director, Acquisition Program, Software Engineering Institute Increasingly, both commercial and government organizations are acquiring key software, systems, and TT functions instead of building them. Yet all too often, the technology solutions they purchase cannot be sustained successfully. Now there is a comprehensive solution: the CMMI for Acquisition (CMMI-ACQ) model, which connects the widely adopted CMMI 1.2 framework with established industry best practices for acquisition and outsourcing. This book is a practical introduction to the initial CMMI-ACQ and its use in all phases of technology acquisition. Developed under the leadership of the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) and General Motors (GM), the CMMI-ACQ combines CMMI's successful process discipline with techniques proven to work in GM's own extensive outsourcing program. Reflecting the unique insights of key players in the development and early implementation of the CMMI-ACQ, the book covers the entire acquisition project lifecycle, presenting real-world stories as they might occur in your own organiza- tions, insider experiences, tips, tricks, and pitfalls to avoid. The topics discussed here include: determining when outsourcing is and is not appropriate; developing acquisition strategies and aligning organizational structure with them; capturing accurate requirements; specifying realistic design constraints; writing effective RFPs; selecting, managing, and collaborating with suppliers; negotiating contracts: managing risk; and "measuring for success. CMMI for Outsourcing® will be valuable to any organization that wants to achieve better results from technology acquisition. It will be especially helpful to organizations already involved with CMMI-related process improvement and to companies that partner with them. Dr. Hubert F. Hofmann, PMP, and Deborah K. Yedlin were members of GM's global systems development organization during the preparation of this book and are among the principal contributors to the development of the CMMI-ACQ. Hofmann currently is with Telefónica Deutschland, and Yedlin is with Borland Software Corporation. Dr. John W. Mishler, a visiting scientist in the SEI's acquisition support program, helped pilot an earlier version of the CMMI-ACQ with numerous Department of Defense program offices. He also teaches SEI CMMI and software acquisition courses. Susan Kushner was a writer and editor at the SEI, where she served as the communications point of contact for the acquisition support program.

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