Pro-3e® Methodology
Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V)

The Pragmatics robust and proven Process, Project, and Product (Pro-3e) IV&V methodology proactively covers all aspects of the systems development life cycle (SDLC).  Pro-3e addresses enterprise needs such as governance, policy and procedure uniformity, risk management, issue resolution, standardization, integration, and programmatic consistency and efficiency validation.

We employ requirements, testing, and configuration management tools; routine inspections and spot checks; criticality analysis and risk assessments; and a suite of comprehensive SDLC checklists to ensure consistency and completeness.  Pro-3e incorporates a suite of standards, including SEI CMMI® Maturity Level 3, ISO 9001:2008, ISO/IEC 27001:2005, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and ITIL® to provide early indicators of project issues at lower levels of process maturity and a framework of continual process improvement.  We create and tailor IEEE 1012-2004-based IV&V plans to support evolving requirements.  Pro-3e enhances performance while reducing cost, schedule, and performance risk for our customers.

The Pragmatics Pro-3e Methodology
  • Rigorous processes and procedures based on industry standard evaluation and authentication approaches
  • Gives users an incremental preview of system performance, enabling for early adjustments
  • Provides decision criteria for proceeding to the next development phase
  • Defined, repeatable processes and checklists accelerate project execution and team on-boarding
  • Continual team training on methodology and execution
  • Adherence to industry standards and best practices, including SEI CMMI®, IEEE, ISO, ITIL, and Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
Exceeding Our Customers’ Expectations
  • Allows for early detection and correction of software defects, resulting in overall cost reduction
  • Enhances management insight into process, product, and project risk
  • Decreases rework and eliminates unnecessary costs and schedule delays
  • Provides audits and recommendations to improve products
  • Promotes efficiency through initial risk assessments to maximize benefits and return on investments
  • Fosters high levels of complete customer satisfaction
  • Provides detailed technical insight into software performance

For More Information
Linda Alkire
Marketing and Communications Manager
Office: (703) 890-8460
Fax: (703) 761-4089
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