F2- Rules for Qualification of Developing and Managing Software Product Line

TL;DR

This paper presents a set of rules for qualifying and managing software product lines to enhance reuse, reduce delivery time, and improve quality and cost efficiency.

Contribution

It introduces specific qualification rules for developing and managing software product lines, aiding organizations in effective implementation.

Findings

Defined rules improve software asset reuse

Rules facilitate faster delivery and better quality

Guidelines support effective management of software product lines

Abstract

Software product line has emerged as a valuable concept of developing software based on reusable software assets. The concept aims on effective utilization of software assets, reduced time to delivery, improved quality and better benefits to cost ratio of products. In this paper we have defined certain rules for the qualification of developing and managing a software product line. An organization must follow these rules in order to establish and manage software product line effectively.