Handoffs management in follow-the-sun software projects: A case study

Josiane Kroll, Ita Richardson, Jorge L.N. Audy, Jude Fernandez

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Abstract

In Follow-the-sun (FTS) software projects, handoffs are performed at the beginning and the end of each working day shift. Handoff efficiency is determined by the quality of knowledge transfer and the length of time taken to handover. If handoffs are not properly managed FTS development may not result in benefits for the project. Thus, in this study, we investigate how handoffs management should be performed in an FTS software development context. We present an experience report describing the development and management handoffs in a FTS software project. Our results describe the participants' perception about software engineering activities performed, challenges faced and solutions performed to minimize these challenges. Based on our results, we also highlight management elements for handoffs which should be useful for Project Managers.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 47th Annual Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences, HICSS 2014
PublisherIEEE Computer Society
Pages331-339
Number of pages9
ISBN (Print)9781479925049
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2014
Externally publishedYes
Event47th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences, HICSS 2014 - Waikoloa, HI, United States
Duration: 6 Jan 20149 Jan 2014

Publication series

NameProceedings of the Annual Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences
ISSN (Print)1530-1605

Conference

Conference47th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences, HICSS 2014
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWaikoloa, HI
Period6/01/149/01/14

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