| TR 15504 |
| By Alec Dorling |
Published
12/31/2006
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ISO/IEC TR 15504
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The Parts of the Standard
Part 1 (informative) is an entry point into ISO/IEC TR 15504. It describes how the parts of the suite fit together, and provides guidance for their selection and use. It explains the requirements contained within ISO/IEC TR 15504 and their applicability to the performance of an assessment.
Part 2 (normative) of ISO/IEC TR 15504 defines a two dimensional reference model for describing processes and process capability used in a process assessment. The reference model defines a set of processes, defined in terms of their purpose and outcomes, and a framework for evaluating the capability of the processes through assessment of process attributes structured into capability levels. Requirements for establishing the compatibility of different assessment models with the reference model are defined. An amendment to Part 2 is being published during 2003 to extend the process definitions in Part 2 for acquirer processes
Part 3 (normative) of ISO/IEC TR 15504 defines the requirements for performing an assessment in such a way that the outcomes will be repeatable, reliable and consistent.
Part 4 (informative) of ISO/IEC TR 15504 provides guidance on performing software process assessments, interpreting the requirements of ISO/IEC TR 15504 2 and ISO TR 15504 3 for different assessment contexts. The guidance covers the selection and use of a documented process for assessment; of a compatible assessment model(s); and of a supporting assessment instrument or tool. This guidance is generic enough to be applicable across all organizations, and also for performing assessments using a variety of different methods and techniques, and supported by a range of tools.
Part 5 (informative) of ISO/IEC TR 15504 provides an exemplar model for performing process assessments that is based upon and directly compatible with the reference model in ISO/IEC TR 15504 2. The assessment model(s) extend the reference model through the inclusion of a comprehensive set of indicators of process performance and capability.
Part 6 (informative) of ISO/IEC TR 15504 describes the competence, education, training and experience of assessors that are relevant to conducting process assessments. It describes mechanisms that may be used to demonstrate competence and to validate education, training and experience.
Part 7 (informative) of ISO/IEC TR 15504 describes how to define the inputs to and use the results of an assessment for the purposes of process improvement. The guide includes examples of the application of process improvement in a variety of situations.
Part 8 (informative) of ISO/IEC TR 15504 describes how to define the inputs to and use the results of an assessment for the purpose of process capability determination. It addresses process capability determination in both straightforward situations and in more complex situations involving, for example, future capability. The guidance on conducting process capability determination is applicable either for use within an organization to determine its own capability, or by an acquirer to determine the capability of a (potential) supplier.
Part 9 (normative) is a consolidated vocabulary of all terms specifically defined for the purposes of ISO/IEC TR 15504
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