Awareness, collaboration and comunication's tools for distributed software development: A systematic mapping

Context: Increased competitiveness in the market, coupled with other factors such as the lack of skilled labor and cost reduction, makes the distributed software development a common practice in nowadays. Aims: With the complex scenario involving DSD environment (distributed software development), we aim to research tools to supporting this challenging environment. Method: We use a systematic mapping, in order to select primary studies and later refine the search, in order to show solutions and tools that support this scenario. Result: As a result, we found 20 tools divided into areas, which greatly facilitated the understanding and study, it will substantially succeed in DSD environments. Conclusion: We conclude that there are several tools for DSD scenario, and that are of high relevance in supporting collective awareness, collaboration, knowledge and communication.