QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PARADIGM
Characterize the current project and its environment with respect to models and metrics
Set quantifiable goals for successful project performance and improvement
Choose the appropriate process model and supporting methods and tools for this project
Execute the processes, construct the products, collect and validate the prescribed data
Analyze the data to evaluate the current practices, determine problems, record findings, and to recommend future project improvements
Package the experience in the form of models and other forms of structured knowledge
- Save it in an experience base to be reused on future projects