Glossary

model comprising definitions of processes in a lifecycle described in terms of process purpose and outcomes, together with an architecture describing the relationships between the processes

set of one or more base standards and/or profiles and, where applicable, the identification of chosen classes, conforming subsets, options and parameters of those base standards or standardized profiles necessary to accomplish a particular function

collection of profiles which are related by composition of processes (i.e. activities, tasks) or by capability level, or both

endeavour with defined start and finish dates undertaken to create a product or service in accordance with specified resources and requirements

document stating results achieved or providing evidence of activities performed

information item that describes the results of activities such as investigations, assessments, and tests

collection of all software-related artefacts belonging to a system or the location/format in which such a collection is stored

asset that is utilized or consumed during the execution of a process

process or meeting during which a software product is presented to project personnel, managers, users, customers, user representatives, or other interested parties for comment or approval

computer programs, procedures, and possibly associated documentation and data pertaining to the operation of a computer system