Method Evaluation

Definition

Method Evaluation

the process engineering task during which a method is evaluated against the assessed needs for process

Classification

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

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

Responsibilities

The typical objectives of Method Evaluation are to:

• TBD

Preconditions

Method Evaluation can typically begin when the following preconditions hold:

• The endeavor is started.
• The process team is adequately:
  • Staffed.
  • Trained or experienced in method evaluation.
• The method documentation task has been started.

Completion Criteria

Method Evaluation is typically complete when the following postconditions hold:

• The method has passed evaluation.

Steps

Method Evaluation typically involves the process team performing the following steps in an iterative, incremental, and parallel manner:

• TBD

Techniques

Method Evaluation can be performed using the following techniques:

• TBD

Work Products

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

• TBD

Guidelines

• TBD