The framework also assists participants in making decisions about how to improve software design processes. Better design requires less rework, is easier to maintain, and is potentially easier to reuse. The course helps practitioners and managers find software solutions that meet users' requirements within the constraints of the environment. It helps those responsible for software development identify and select relevant design criteria. The course is flexible and can be tailored to fit the needs of most organizations.
Instructors can extract materials for managers or for practitioners at various levels.
This course will be helpful to software design training managers who need to augment their curricula without investing in course development. The course can benefit organizations by improving the way their software is designed, resulting in more cost-effective software development. Ordering Options Designed for small group presentation and discussion, the Software Design for Practitioners videotapes are available individually or as part of a complete instructional package.