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Appraising Software Organizations

-- Hotlist for auditing / assessing software development  --
(updated quarterly)
“Let facts speak for themselves.”
-- Hitoshi Kume 
The audit/assessment process is non-industry specific.  This hotlist
offers easy access to some general audit/assessment information.  Primary focus
is however on the various appraisal methods and standards/models
specific to the software industry.


 

Resources:

AuditNet resource list AuditNet resource list: A non-software specific network of resources created by auditors for auditors.
Many resources for auditing Internet audit resources, sample audit plan, etc.: Many resources are made available here by the "management review and audit" branch of the Edith Cowan University. ** This is a non-software specific site. **

Articles:

Does the term 'assessment' & 'audit' mean the same thing? In the software industry, does the term assessment and audit mean the same thing?: Discover the similarities and distinguishing factors between these terms, when expressed in the software industry.
ISO 10011 - The Audit Standard ISO 10011--The auditing standard: Discussed is the ISO 10011 standard, misconceptions/principles of auditing and more.

Documents and Reports:

ISO 15504 documents ISO 15504: See parts 3, 4 and 6 -- these parts pertain to assessing an organization's software process.  Also see part 8 for guidance on conducting supplier evaluations.  Note: You will need to become a SUGaR  member (free) to access this documentation.
SEI-87-TR-023: Method for assessing the Software Engineering Capability of Contractors SEI-87-TR-023: Method for assessing the software engineering capability of contractors -- guidelines and procedures for assessing potential contractors.
SEI-89-TR-007: Conducting SEI-Assisted Software Process Assessments SEI-89-TR-007: Conducting SEI-assisted software process assesments -- this document describes the approach as it is performed in organizations with assistance of SEI.
SEI-95-TR-012: Software Capability Evaluation (SCE) V3.0 Implementation Guide for Supplier Selection SEI-95-TR-012: Software capability evaluation (SCE) version 3.0 implementation guide for supplier selection.
SEI-96-TR-012: Software Capability Evaluation (SCE) Version 3.0 SEI-96-TR-002: Software capability evaluation (SCE) version 3.0 method description.
SEI-96-TR-007: CMM-Based Appraisal for Internal Process Improvement (CBA IPI) SEI-96-TR-007: CMM-based appraisal for internal process improvement (CBA IPI)--method description.  This is a high-level overview of the CBA IPI assessment method -- includes a brief history of SEI appraisal methods.

Governing Agents and their Appraiser Certification Programs:

Resource: ASQ's Quality Audit Division ASQ's quality audit division: This is a division of the American Society for Quality.  This division is dedicated to the topic of quality auditing and the support of ASQ's internationally recognized Certified Quality Auditor (ASQ/CQA) program.
Certified Internal Auditor Program Certification from the Institute of Internal Auditors: This certification is from an international association devoted to the needs of internal auditors (in general).
Certified Bootstrap Assessor Program Certified BOOTSTRAP assessor: Bootstrap assessor accrediation program is governed by the non-profit BOOTSTRAP Institute.
NQI QMS Auditors -- information on becoming certified and more Certified NQI quality management system auditor: NQI is the Canadian body responsible for certifying quality management system (QMS) auditors--e.g., ISO 9000 auditors.
RAB QMS Auditors -- frequently asked questions Certified RAB quality management system auditor: The United States Registration Accreditation Board (RAB) administers the certification of QMS auditors--e.g., ISO 9000 auditors.
Certified SPICE Assessor Program Certified SPICE assessor program: Discover the steps to become and maintain Certified SPICE Assessor (CSA) status.
SEI appraiser/appraisal program SEI's appraiser/appraisal programs: Check this for a description of the many SEI programs regarding appraisals and becoming a certified appraiser.
TickIT Guide -- see appendix 1 TickIT auditor program: The TickIT office manages the certification of all qualified  TickIT auditors.  Also, check the TickIT guide's appendix 1 for guidance on managing and assessing Information Technology (i.e., software) processes.

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