IEEE P15288/D4
2004 (Adoption of ISO/IEC 15288:2002, IDT), Systems Engineering---System Life Cycle Processes (Superseded by ISO/IEC 15288:2004)
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P15288/D4 is a superseded 2004 systems engineering standard that addresses system life cycle processes in the computing and processing field. It reflects the adoption of ISO/IEC 15288:2002 and provides a structured basis for defining, managing, and controlling the processes used across a system’s life cycle. For organizations working with complex information systems, it can help support consistency in engineering decisions, process alignment, and traceability across development and operation.
About P15288/D4
This standard focuses on system life cycle processes rather than a single technical component, making it relevant to the way systems are conceived, developed, operated, maintained, and retired. P15288/D4 sits within systems engineering practice and is closely tied to process definition, lifecycle planning, and coordination between technical and management activities. As a superseded adoption of ISO/IEC 15288:2002, it is best understood as a historical standards reference for structured system development and lifecycle control.
Where is P15288/D4 used?
P15288/D4 is most relevant in environments where computing and processing systems are engineered through defined lifecycle stages, such as enterprise software programs, integrated information platforms, and other complex digital systems. It may also support organizations that need a common process framework for requirements work, system integration, verification, and operational support. In practice, it is useful wherever teams need a disciplined approach to coordinating technical work from concept through disposal.
Importance in practice
Using a lifecycle-process standard like P15288/D4 can improve consistency in how engineering work is planned and reviewed. It helps teams align on responsibilities, documentation, and checkpoints, which may reduce integration errors and support more reliable delivery. For procurement and compliance activities, it can also provide a clearer basis for evaluating whether system engineering processes are defined and controlled. Because it is superseded, it is mainly of value when referencing legacy requirements or older program documentation.
- System life cycle process framework
- Systems engineering and process control
- Computing and processing applications
- Legacy reference for ISO/IEC 15288 adoption
- Suitable for development, operation, and retirement stages
- Publication Date: 2004
- Standard Status: Inactive
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Computing and Processing
- Official IEEE: Doi link
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