Project Management Model: Proposal for Performance in a Physically Distributed Software Development Environment

Abstract: The objective of this study is to propose a project management model that includes the Unified Process and UML language, for e-business software development in a physically distributed environment. The research is a qualitative study, aiming to develop new methods and models. The main research method is the case study. The proposed model includes the spiral lifecycle type, the development process of object-oriented systems and the incorporation of the procedural approach proposed by the PMBOK® Guide, expanding the management areas. The model is divided into six phases: requirement definition, project exploration and definition, production processes, evaluation, transition, and integration. In the future, the intention is to develop a support software for the model and apply this software into the environment in study.