Towards a holistic, total engineering cost model

Gan Wang, Alex Shernoff, Jon Turnidge, Ricardo Valerdi

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Abstract

In this paper, we explore a new approach for a unified and interdisciplinary parametric model for estimating the total engineering effort in developing and delivering a software-intensive complex system. We begin by reviewing some of the limitations of using existing engineering discipline-focused tools for estimating total engineering cost and by articulating the benefits of such a holistic model. Applying a two step method combining heuristic analysis and data validation, we propose three hypotheses to expand the basic cost estimating relationship of COSYSMO, a systems engineering model, to the total engineering scope by including software size drivers. The implementation of the hypotheses and the validation approach are also discussed. We conclude the discussion by outlining the future work required to realize such a model and to apply it to supporting successful system development endeavours.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication19th Annual International Symposium of the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE 2009) in conjunction with the 3rd Asia-Pacific Conference on Systems Engineering APCOSE 2009
Pages213-231
Number of pages19
StatePublished - 2009
Externally publishedYes
Event19th Annual International Symposium of the International Council on Systems Engineering, INCOSE 2009 - , Singapore
Duration: Jul 20 2009Jul 23 2009

Publication series

Name19th Annual International Symposium of the International Council on Systems Engineering, INCOSE 2009
Volume1

Other

Other19th Annual International Symposium of the International Council on Systems Engineering, INCOSE 2009
Country/TerritorySingapore
Period7/20/097/23/09

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Hardware and Architecture
  • Information Systems
  • Control and Systems Engineering

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