IEEE 41062-2019
Recommended practice for software acquisition
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41062-2019 is a recommended practice for software acquisition in computing and processing, giving organizations a structured way to define, evaluate, and manage software purchases or development contracts. It is relevant where software must meet operational needs, technical constraints, and procurement requirements. As a superseded standard, 41062-2019 is still useful for understanding established acquisition practices and the expectations that shaped software selection, specification, and acceptance in controlled engineering environments.
About 41062-2019
This standard focuses on the acquisition side of software engineering, where requirements must be translated into a clear basis for supplier selection, contract definition, and acceptance. In a computing and processing context, that can include documenting functional needs, interface expectations, support conditions, and verification criteria. 41062-2019 is best read as a practical guide for reducing ambiguity during procurement and for aligning buyers and developers around what the software is expected to do.
Where is 41062-2019 used?
41062-2019 is most relevant in organizations that procure or commission software for business systems, industrial control environments, embedded applications, or other processing-intensive workflows. It may be used during specification writing, request-for-proposal preparation, technical review, and contract acceptance. The standard is particularly useful when software must integrate with existing computing platforms, meet measurable performance targets, or satisfy defined operational and maintenance expectations across the acquisition lifecycle.
Importance in practice
In practice, this standard helps improve consistency and reduce risk when acquiring software. Clear acquisition guidance can support more reliable requirements definition, better supplier comparison, and more objective acceptance testing. For projects with operational, security, or performance constraints, 41062-2019 may help prevent misunderstandings that lead to rework, delays, or capability gaps. It also supports disciplined procurement by making technical expectations more explicit before implementation or delivery begins.
- Software acquisition planning
- Requirements and acceptance criteria
- Supplier evaluation and contract control
- Integration and operational fit
- Verification of delivered software
- Publication Date: 2019
- Standard Status: Superseded
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Computing and Processing
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