Abstract: A method, system, and computer program product for systematically collecting metrics implementation data for use by an enterprise. A metrics capability self assessment (MCSA) system determines a set of information sections important in evaluating implementation of metrics for an organization within the enterprise. The MCSA system also determines a set of questions to measure the degree of implementation of metrics within each information section. The MCSA system then presents the questions to each organization and project site within the organization on a periodic basis to ensure a systematic collection of information. Based on the answers, a scale is assigned to each group site or project site within the organization, wherein the scale provides a simple means of determining the level of metrics implementation of a group. Responses from the various project sites and organization sites may then be grouped into statistical information for presentation to a user.

Abstract: A system, method, and computer program product for estimating the function point count of a software application or portfolio. Strata are defined, and random samples are chosen for a function point count. Results are analyzed and quantified, and a confidence interval is determined to qualify the accuracy of the estimate.

Abstract: A method, system, and computer program product for systematically collecting metrics implementation data for use by an enterprise is provided. In one embodiment, a metrics capability self assessment (MCSA) system determines a set of information sections important in determining implementation of metrics in an organization within the enterprise. The MCSA system also determines a set of questions for each information section which measure the degree of implementation of metrics within a given one of set of information sections. These are typically determined by a group within the enterprise and entered into the MCSA system. The MCSA system then provides a user with the set of questions and receives responses to the set of questions. These questions are presented to each organization and project site within the organization on a periodic basis to ensure a systematic collection of information.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a computer-implemented method for estimating the feasibility of outsourcing information technology services includes extracting at least a portion of a first set of empirical data associated with one or more software applications in a historical portfolio. The historical portfolio contains software applications utilized by a client. The method also includes aggregating at least a portion of the extracted data, creating a statistical model of the historical portfolio based on the first set of data, and generating a simulated portfolio based on the statistical model. The method further includes generating a cost estimate associated with outsourcing technology services based on the simulated portfolio and a second set of data. At least a portion of the second set of data contains empirical data containing data and assumptions relating to the historical portfolio. The method also includes determining the feasibility of outsourcing technology services based on the cost estimate.