Method Consulting

Definition

Method Consulting

the process engineering task during which the process team provides consulting and mentoring in the proper use of a method

Classification

As illustrated in the preceding figure, Method Consulting is part of the following inheritance hierarchy:

• Type: Concrete
• Superclass: Tasks
• Subclasses: None

Responsibilities

The typical objectives of method consulting are to:

• Help stakeholders understand the method the may need.
• Answer questions stakeholders may have about the method the method to be used.

Preconditions

Method consulting can typically begin when the following preconditions hold:

• The endeavor is started.
• The process team is staffed and trained in method consulting.
• The process needs assessment, method construction, and method documentation tasks have begun.

Completion Criteria

Method consulting is typically complete when the following postconditions hold:

• The endeavor is complete.

Steps

Method consulting typically involves the following teams performing the following steps:

• Process Team:
  • Consult with project management.
  • Consult with the software development team.
  • Consult with the customer representatives.
  • Consult with the subcontractor organizations.

Techniques

Method consulting can typically be performed using the following techniques:

• One-on-one meetings
• Team meetings

Work Products

Method consulting typically results in the production of the following work products:

• Meeting minutes

Guidelines

• Although methods should be willingly used to help the teams and roles succeed, a mandate from management can be used on those individuals who do not see the need for process.