Multi-perspective Software Process Modeling

Abstract

This paper presents a new automated approach to software process modeling, called DSL4SPM. It implements the Software & Systems Process Engineering Meta-model (SPEM 2.0) specification, and is characterized by: 1) a conceptual framework for designing processes in an abstract way; and 2) multi-view-oriented process modeling, which acknowledges the relevance of a multitude of issues in a process model. The conceptual framework is based on syntax provided by SPEM 2.0. The multi-view, which is defined by new semantics, focuses on the relationships among the SPEM elements. The usefulness of the approach is demonstrated with a maintenance process.