TSP and the Integrated Software Acquisition Metrics (ISAM) Project
When it comes to meeting cost, schedule and performance objectives, program managers need
- accurate cost and schedule information
- proven practices for delivering quality software
- timely knowledge of possible risks
The ISAM project was initiated with the assumption the TSP can be the foundation that program managers need to answer questions like: Where are you in your program? How do you know for sure? ISAM is developing pilot studies to create an effective, common measurement framework for acquirers and developers based on TSP and PSP practices. Managers will be able to use data from TSP teams so that they can answer these questions with confidence.
Why TSP?
PSP and TSP provide the framework for ISAM because with TSP and PSP precise measures are normal engineering practice. TSP also provides the management and engineering training needed for rapid and effective use of these measures.
For More Information
For more information about the ISAM project, contact Anita Carleton by e-mail at adc@sei.cmu.edu.
For more information about TSP, contact tsp@sei.cmu.edu.