Software process definition and management

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The concept of processes is central to software and systems engineering. Software process models integrate various methods and techniques, forming the foundation for managing large-scale software and IT projects. High-quality products stem from high-quality processes. Software process management focuses on controlling processes and their evolution. Understanding existing software process models is essential, but it is equally important to know how to select, define, manage, deploy, evaluate, and evolve these models to effectively address specific problems and environments. This textbook aims to provide foundational knowledge for these tasks, enabling readers to create effective process models tailored to their needs. The authors begin with fundamental concepts, introduce representative process models, and explain how to develop individual models using appropriate notations and tools. Additionally, they explore various usage scenarios for process management, such as process improvement and software process simulation. The book targets students and researchers in software project management, quality assurance, and measurement, as well as practitioners interested in defining and managing processes for software-intensive systems and services.