Software quality processes can be assessed with the Orthogonal Defect Classification COnstructive QUALity MOdel (ODC COQUALMO) that predicts defects introduced and removed, classified by ODC types. Using parametric cost and defect removal inputs, static and dynamic versions of the model help one determine the impacts of quality strategies on defect profiles, cost and risk. The dynamic version p...

Software development is a complex process where many organizational units, persons, systems and artifacts are involved. In companies that exceed a certain size the business processes become difficult to handle and the quality of the product can decrease. A process-oriented view on software development is increasingly popular witnessed by current publications on the software development process ...

the control of fluidized-bed operations processes is still one of the major areas of research due to the complexity of the process and the inherent nonlinearity and varying dynamics involved in its operation. there are varieties of problems in chemical engineering that can be formulated as nonlinear programming (nlps). the quality of the developed solution significantly affects the performance ...

As defined by major dimensional metrology system users and suppliers, the Quality Information Framework (QIF) is an integrated and holistic set of information models which, if widely adopted, can enable the effective exchange of metrology data throughout the entire manufacturing quality measurement process – from design to planning to execution to analysis. This paper introduces the philosophy ...

In this position paper we explain why Architecting Processes, namely processes for using architectures to develop software, should receive more attention. Architectures are viewed as software engineering artifacts that can be used as the basis for developing superior software products. But the development of these products should still be accomplished with the guidance of processes. The process...

For the polymer production industries, the competitive edge will come from the technology that excels in controlling the polymer properties in a consistent way over the entire plant and in maximizing the production performance while keeping safety regulations. Based on the experience in applying advanced process control and scheduling schemes to industrial polyole®n polymerization plants, the s...

Conceptual modeling is an important tool for understanding and revealing weaknesses of business processes. Yet, the current practice in reengineering projects often considers simply the as-is process model as a brain-storming tool. This approach heavily relies on the intuition of the participants and misses a clear description of the quality requirements. Against this background, we identify fo...

Engineering geodesy and geodetic measurement techniques deliver important information within construction processes. This is valid for all phases of the process: the planning phase, the construction phase itself as well as the monitoring after finalisation of the construction work. The aim is the delivery of information in realtime to navigate construction processes with the help of the latest ...

A quality assurance system (QA) should ensure that student needs are met. It also respects accreditation requirements and student perceptions, supports training and development of teaching staff, controls costs and improves efficiency of elearning system.