IEEE 24748-3-2020
Part 3: Guidelines for the application of ISO/IEC/IEEE 12207 (software life cycle processes)
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IEEE 24748-3-2020 is a software life cycle guidance standard that focuses on the application of ISO/IEC/IEEE 12207 in computing and processing environments. It helps organizations interpret the life cycle process model in a practical way, supporting clearer planning, implementation, and oversight of software-related work. For teams managing complex systems, this document can improve consistency across development, integration, and maintenance activities.
Overview of IEEE 24748-3-2020
IEEE 24748-3-2020 addresses how the software life cycle processes defined in ISO/IEC/IEEE 12207 may be applied in real projects and engineering environments. It is intended to support users who need a structured way to work with software processes across the full life cycle, from requirements and design through operation and support. As a guidance document, it is useful for aligning technical practice with a recognized process framework while keeping implementation decisions adaptable to project needs.
Typical use cases
This standard is commonly relevant for software-intensive systems in computing and processing applications, including embedded platforms, control software, and other engineered digital products. It may be used when defining development workflows, reviewing process responsibilities, or coordinating life cycle activities across teams. It is also helpful for organizations that need a common reference when integrating software work into broader system engineering, procurement, or maintenance processes.
Why it matters
IEEE 24748-3-2020 matters because software life cycle guidance can reduce ambiguity in how process requirements are applied. Clearer interpretation of the ISO/IEC/IEEE 12207 framework may support better compliance planning, more consistent design and verification practices, and improved control over project execution. For organizations working with complex software systems, it can also help reduce rework, improve traceability, and support more reliable decision-making throughout the life cycle.
- Guidance for applying software life cycle processes
- Support for computing and processing projects
- Alignment with ISO/IEC/IEEE 12207 concepts
- Useful for development, operation, and maintenance planning
- Helps structure process reviews and workflow control
- Publication Date: 2020
- Standard Status: Active
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Computing and Processing; Components, Circuits, Devices and Systems
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