How Does a CNS Drive the Process for Creating Working Software?

Educational Material
This supplement provides details on how to break down an approved CNS into backlog items to help begin creating software.
Publisher

Software Engineering Institute

Abstract

During the planning phase, the Program Management Office (PMO) uses the Capability Needs Statement (CNS) to develop its Strategies and initial Roadmap. During the execution phase, the PMO and Product Team use Agile techniques to further break down the CNS into a prioritized backlog. The developers use Agile techniques to transform backlog items into working software.