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The SEMS research project develops a Software Engineering Management
System for small and medium-sized enterprises in the software product
business. The project aims at improving the profitability and
growth opportunities of small and medium-sized software product
companies by ensuring a fit between SW development and management
practices and business models. This is achieved through identifying and
instantiating software engineering and management practices relevant to
the business model. By understanding the key factors related to the
business models used, software process models can be developed that
focus on relevant details, thus minimising unnecessary overhead. Also,
a model to assess the fit-for-purpose of the software development
activities of an SME in the product business is developed. This model
can be used by venture capitalists to assess the capability of
enterprises to develop top-quality products. The model can also be used
by the companies for self-assessment. The work is action research
performed in close co-operation with the piloting
companies.
The SEMS project is planned to span over three years (2001-2004) and it is part of the TEKES technology programme SPIN.
Below, you can see the SEMS project team in August 2003. Click on
the
picture to learn more...
