Method Mandating

Definition

Method Mandating

the process engineering task during which the use of a method is mandated

Classification

As illustrated in the preceding figure, Method Mandating is part of the following inheritance hierarchy:

• Type: Concrete
• Superclass: Tasks
• Subclasses: None

Responsibilities

The typical objectives of Method Mandating are to:

• Ensure that the method is used by its stakeholders.

Preconditions

Method Mandating can typically begin when the following preconditions hold:

• The endeavor is started.
• Method construction is relatively complete.

Completion Criteria

Method Mandating is typically complete when the following postconditions hold:

• The endeavor is complete.

Steps

Method Mandating typically involves the following teams performing the following steps:

• Program Management Team:
  • Mandate the use of the program-specific method on the program.
• Project Management Team:
  • Mandate the use of the project-specific method on the project.

Techniques

Method Mandating can typically be performed using the following techniques:

• Meetings
• Emails

Work Products

Method Mandating typically results in the production of the following work products:

• Meeting minutes
• Emails

Guidelines

• TBD