Abstract
After a brief description of the BOOTSTRAP-method, its main experiences are reported.Bootstrap proved to be a very efficient and effective means not only to assess a current status of software process quality but also to initiate appropriate improvement actions.
The second part deals with future developments of the method. In 1993, a joint ISO/IEC working group established a project called Spice, Software Process Improvement and Capability Evaluation. The Bootstrap Institute, which brings together all parties interested in the dissemination and strengthening of the Bootstrap method, is currently working on a ISO/Spice compliant version.
The last part is devoted to the development of a variant of the Bootstrap process assessment method that is especially suited for safety-critical software systems. Specific requirements for these kinds of highly dependable software are outlined. Also, an approach to process verification and validation is proposed.
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Engelmann, F., Schynoll, W., Stienen, H. (1995). BOOTSTRAP: Software Process Assessment Experiences and Further Developments. In: Rabe, G. (eds) Safe Comp 95. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-3054-3_17
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