There is no simple, one-size-fits-all IV&V program. Because every project is going to be different, it’s difficult to accurately estimate IV&V costs in terms of specific dollar amounts. There are a few ballpark methods that can help people understand the financial undertaking involved with IV&V, but let’s first examine why these costs are tough to calculate. Agile Options Independent evaluation …
What Qualifications Do You Look for in an IV&V Service Provider?
IV&V can be a tricky topic. While many of the same standards are followed regardless of the project, the exact steps taken may be different across varying software or company needs. Searching for an IV&V service provider can be daunting, especially if you don’t know what to expect from the process. To help you navigate this challenging territory, here are …
Who Does The IV&V Team Report To?
Throughout the articles on our blog, we’ve discussed what to expect from IV&V, the ROI it can bring, and even the benefits of the process – but what about management? Once you’ve brought and IV&V team onboard, who do they answer to? As we’ve mentioned before, each IV&V project is going to look a little bit different. Depending on your …
Will IV&V be Done by Internal Team Members or External Services?
Perhaps you’ve heard the term “IV&V” tossed around your company. People talk about how valuable it is, and how critical it can be to successful software development… But how does it actually work? Are you supposed to do it in-house, or bring in an outside team? While your team may be able to perform some of the evaluations of an …
