ABSTRACT
Computer systems engineering and development can be managed, as numerous successful efforts attest. The scope of Engineering and Development is, therefore, very broad, and goes well beyond what many think of as development. Productivity, quality, and cost control are three issues that are important to managers, engineers, and the success of any engineering and development organization. If the scope of computer systems development is to be broad as to encompass everything from consumer products to telecommunications systems, so must the tools and methodologies used to develop them. The type of organization that works best depends very much on the size and scope of the organization, the diversity of the projects to be handled, and the people involved. The overall scope of responsibility may vary depending on the organization and the product, but in general is very broad, extending from early product planning and research to the delivery of a completely integrated and tested product.
