Software Engineering and Case: Bridging the Culture Gap

This book provides a road map for developing and implementing a software engineering infrastructure using CASE tools and other software engineering methodologies. It explains the techniques, tools, procedures, and supporting culture required to fully benefit from an advanced software development system. Initially, readers will find critical commentary on the full range of current methodologies, explaining how their implementation can be maximized. The book then outlines a complete transition strategy for implementors, managers, and designers. Readers will discover tactics for evaluating and utilizing current personnel and equipment resources, customizing standard methodologies to meet specific project requirements, selecting appropriate CASE tools, establishing accurate project parameters, preparing a requirements definition and vision design and managing the complete transition process to achieve automated software development solutions.