Mind the GAP or how to provide stability and evolution in software development using CMMI GAP-analysis

Abstract

In current economic conditions quality issues as well as issues of effectiveness and efficiency in software development are become rather much more critical then usual. Process Improvement practices can propose a lot of appropriate “recipes” for companies which are interested in enhancement of their software development processes. This article contains description of original approach of software development efficiency analysis based on CMMI Gap Analysis (GA). Described method summarizes Luxoft experience and expertise during the last 2 years in mentioned areas and has already proved his practical value. Luxoft Gap Analysis method description, average estimated efforts and information about benefits and ways of results usage are given to audience attention.