Product Portfolio Scope Optimization based on Features and Goals

In this paper we propose a mathematical program able to optimize the product portfolio scope of a software product line and sketch both a development and a release planning. Our model is based on the description of customer needs in terms of goals. We show that this model can be instantiated in several contexts such as a market customization strategy or a mass-customization strategy. It can deal with Software Product Line development from scratch as well as starting from a legacy software base. We demonstrate its applicability with an example based on a case study.

Gillain, J., Faulkner, S., Heymans, P., Jureta, I. and Snoeck, M., 2012, September. Product portfolio scope optimization based on features and goals. In Proceedings of the 16th International Software Product Line Conference-Volume 1 (pp. 161-170).