ABSTRACT
This chapter shows that the terminology and acronyms in Software Project Management. It explains a project and its relationship to programs and business operations. The chapter examines why projects must be planned, executed and managed. It also examines why it is imperative that Software Project Managers have a system perspective, plus definitions of Systems Engineering, software-intensive systems, system boundaries, System of Systems, an overview of the System Life Cycle, and the value of a one-page big picture overview. The chapter addresses the importance of the two key software planning documents: the Software Development Plan and Work Breakdown Structure. It discusses project organization, software roles, team organization, and the importance of the Chief Software Engineer and the Software Integrated Product Team. The chapter provides an overview of the core success factors needed for successful development and delivery of software-intensive project. It provides an overview of the key concepts discussed in this book.
