Mary Ann Lapham
Software Engineering Institute
Publications by Mary Ann Lapham
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Update 2016: Considerations for Using Agile in DoD Acquisition
December 14, 2016 • Technical Note
Suzanne MillerDan Ward (Dan Ward Consulting)Mary Ann Lapham
This report updates a 2010 technical note, addressing developments in commercial Agile practices as well as the Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition environment.
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Scaling Agile Methods for Department of Defense Programs
December 13, 2016 • Technical Note
Will HayesMary Ann LaphamSuzanne Miller
This report discusses methods for scaling Agile processes to larger software development programs in the Department of Defense.
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RFP Patterns and Techniques for Successful Agile Contracting
December 02, 2016 • Special Report
Mary Ann LaphamLarri Ann Rosser (Raytheon Intelligence Information and Services)Steven Martin (Space and Missile Systems Center)
This report discusses request-for-proposal patterns and techniques for successfully contracting a federal Agile project.
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Agile Development in Government: Myths, Monsters, and Fables
September 21, 2016 • White Paper
David J. CarneySuzanne MillerMary Ann Lapham
This volume is a reflection on attitudes toward Agile software development now current in the government workplace.
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Scaling Agile Methods for Major Defense Programs: Frameworks and Methods in Use Today
November 18, 2015 • Presentation
Will HayesMary Ann Lapham
This presentation addresses what is meant by scaling, contextual drivers for implementation choices, and the agile frameworks available for use today.
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Agile in Government Poster (SEI 2015 Research Review)
October 22, 2015 • Poster
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Miller
Describes challenges and SEI work in aligning Agile practices with governmen requirements
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Agile in Government: Validating Success Enablers and Inhibitors
October 16, 2015 • Presentation
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Miller
Describes recent developments in a project to provide DoD and government agencies with actionable Agile guidance within the constraints of DoDI 5000.02
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Applying Agile in the DoD: Twelfth Principle
March 26, 2015 • Podcast
Suzanne MillerMary Ann Lapham
In this episode, Suzanne Miller and Mary Ann Lapham explore the application of the 12th Agile principle in the Department of Defense.
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Applying Agile in the DoD: Eleventh Principle
February 26, 2015 • Podcast
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Miller
In this podcast, the tenth in a series by Suzanne Miller and Mary Ann Lapham exploring the application of Agile principles in the Department of Defense, the two researchers discuss the application of the eleventh principle:
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Applying Agile in the DoD: Tenth Principle
February 12, 2015 • Podcast
Suzanne MillerMary Ann Lapham
In this podcast, part of an ongoing series, Mary Ann Lapham and Suzanne Miller discuss the application of the tenth Agile principle: Simplicity—the art of maximizing the amount of work done done—is essential.
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Applying Agile in the DoD: Ninth Principle
January 16, 2015 • Podcast
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Miller
In this episode, Suzanne Miller and Mary Ann Lapham discuss the application of the ninth Agile principle, "Continuous attention to technical excellence and good design enhances Agile."
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Agile Methods in Air Force Sustainment: Status and Outlook
October 23, 2014 • Technical Note
Colleen ReganMary Ann LaphamEileen Wrubel
This paper examines using Agile techniques in the software sustainment arena—specifically Air Force programs. The intended audience is the staff of DoD programs and related personnel who intend to use Agile methods during software sustainment.
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Applying Agile in the DoD: Eighth Principle
October 09, 2014 • Podcast
Suzanne MillerMary Ann Lapham
In this episode, the eighth in a series exploring Agile principles across the DoD, Suzanne Miller and Mary Ann Lapham discuss the eighth Agile principle.
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Applying Agile in the DoD: Seventh Principle
July 24, 2014 • Podcast
Suzanne MillerMary Ann Lapham
In this podcast, Suzanne Miller and Mary Ann Lapham explore the application of the seventh Agile principle in the Department of Defense, working software is the primary measure of progress.
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Agile Software Teams: How They Engage with Systems Engineering on DoD Acquisition Programs
July 01, 2014 • Technical Note
Eileen WrubelSuzanne MillerMary Ann Lapham
This technical note addresses issues with Agile software teams engaging systems engineering functions in developing and acquiring software-reliant systems.
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Applying Agile in the DoD: Sixth Principle
May 29, 2014 • Podcast
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Miller
In this podcast, Suzanne Miller and Mary Ann Lapham discuss the application of the sixth Agile principle in the Department of Defense.
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Applying Agile in the DoD: Fifth Principle
January 30, 2014 • Podcast
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Miller
In this episode, the fifth in a series, Suzanne Miller and Mary Ann Lapham discuss the application of the fifth principle, Build projects around motivated individuals.
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Agile Metrics: Progress Monitoring of Agile Contractors
January 27, 2014 • Technical Note
Will HayesSuzanne MillerMary Ann Lapham
This technical note offers a reference for those working to oversee software development on the acquisition of major systems from developers using Agile methods.
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Agile Methods and Request for Change (RFC): Observations from DoD Acquisition Programs
January 24, 2014 • Technical Note
Mary Ann LaphamMichael S. BandorEileen Wrubel
This technical note looks at the evaluation and negotiation of technical proposals that reflect iterative development approaches that in turn leverage Agile methods.
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Applying Agile in the DoD: Fourth Principle
October 31, 2013 • Podcast
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Miller
In this episode, the fourth in a series about the application of agile principles in the DOD, Suzanne Miller and Mary Ann Lapham discuss the application of the fourth principle, "Business people and developers must work together daily."
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Parallel Worlds: Agile and Waterfall Differences and Similarities
October 01, 2013 • Technical Note
Steve PalmquistMary Ann LaphamSuzanne Garcia-Miller
This report helps readers understand Agile. The report assembles terms and concepts from both the traditional world of waterfall-based development and the Agile environment to show the many similarities and differences.
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Applying Agile in the DoD: Third Principle
August 15, 2013 • Podcast
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Garcia-Miller
A discussion of the application of the third Agile principle, "Deliver working software frequently, from a couple of weeks to a couple of months, with a preference to the shorter timescale."
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Results of SEI Line-Funded Exploratory New Starts Projects: FY 2012
July 01, 2013 • Technical Report
Bjorn AnderssonLori FlynnDavid P. Gluch
This report describes line-funded exploratory new starts (LENS) projects that were conducted during fiscal year 2012 (October 2011 through September 2012).
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Applying Agile in the DoD: Second Principle
June 13, 2013 • Podcast
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Miller
In this episode, SEI researchers discuss the application of the second Agile rinciple, “Welcome changing requirements, even late in development.
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Applying Agile in the DoD: First Principle
April 18, 2013 • Podcast
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Miller
In this episode, Suzanne Miller and Mary Ann Lapham discuss the application of the first Agile principle, "Our highest priority is to satisfy the customer through early and continuous delivery of valuable software."
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Agile Acquisition
September 04, 2012 • Podcast
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Miller
This podcast explores the SEI's research and work to assist the DoD in Agile acquisition.
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SEI Agile Research Forum: Agile Methods: Agile Methods:Tools, Techniques, and Practices for the DoD Community
July 31, 2012 • Webinar
Mary Ann Lapham
Mary Ann Lapham describes research into ways that help the DoD overcome technical and cultural resistance to Agile methods.
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Agile Methods: Selected DoD Management and Acquisition Concerns
October 01, 2011 • Technical Note
Mary Ann LaphamSuzanne Garcia-MillerLorraine Adams
This technical note addresses some of the key issues that either must be understood to ease the adoption of Agile or are seen as potential barriers to adoption of Agile in the DoD acquisition context.
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Considerations for Using Agile in DoD Acquisition
April 01, 2010 • Technical Note
Mary Ann LaphamRay C. WilliamsCharles (Bud) Hammons
This 2010 report explores the questions: Can Agile be used in the DoD environment? If so, how?
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Lessons Learned from a Large, Multi-Segment, Software-Intensive System
September 01, 2009 • Technical Note
John T. ForemanMary Ann Lapham
This 2009 report contains a series of observations and their associated lessons learned from a large, multi-segment, software-intensive system.
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Sustaining Software-Intensive Systems - A Conundrum
October 26, 2006 • Presentation
Mary Ann Lapham
Presented at the Ground System Architectures Workshop 2006
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Specifying Initial Design Review and Final Design Review Criteria
October 26, 2006 • Presentation
Mary Ann Lapham
Presented: October 2006
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Specifying Initial Design Review (IDR) and Final Design Review (FDR) Criteria
June 01, 2006 • Technical Note
Mary Ann Lapham
This 2006 report presents definitions of IDR and FDR, their context in the acquisition life cycle, a comparison of engineering emphasis during IDR and FDR, IDR and FDR pre- and post-conditions, and IDR and FDR criteria and how to apply it.
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Sustaining Software-Intensive Systems
May 01, 2006 • Technical Note
Mary Ann LaphamCarol Woody
This 2006 report discusses questions about sustaining new and legacy systems; the report presents definitions, related issues, future considerations, and recommendations for sustaining software-intensive systems.
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Sustaining Software-Intensive Systems: A Conundrum
January 01, 2005 • Presentation
Mary Ann Lapham
This presentation was delivered by Mary Ann Lapham of the Software Engineering Institute in January 2005.
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