Skip to main content
SpringerLink
Log in

Enough Assessment Guidance, It’s Time for Improvement – A Proposal for Extending the VDA Guidelines

  • Conference paper
  • First Online:
Systems, Software and Services Process Improvement (EuroSPI 2020)

Part of the book series: Communications in Computer and Information Science ((CCIS,volume 1251))

Included in the following conference series:

Abstract

The VDA Guidelines used for the interpretation of ASPICE 3.1 contain many rules and recommendations and allow to check the consistency of ratings in an assessment. The VDA Guidelines contain detailed procedures and templates to be used in planning, performing and reporting an assessment. However, an assessment is only a small part compared to the support and effort needed to improve a project (level 2) and to establish a companywide process (level 3). While the ISO norm ISO/IEC TR 33014:2013 (Information technology – Process assessment – Guide for process improvement) defines a process improvement process, this has not been considered so far in the VDA Guidelines. In this paper we will (1) outline a proposal submitted by the SOQRATES working group (www.soqrates.de) to iNTACS and VDA AK 13, (2) describe the improvement guide from ISO, and (3) discuss Dos and Don’ts per principle of the SPI manifesto based on the experience from improvement projects.

This is a preview of subscription content, log in via an institution to check access.

Access this chapter

Log in via an institution
Chapter
USD 29.95
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Available as PDF
  • Read on any device
  • Instant download
  • Own it forever
eBook
USD 84.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Available as EPUB and PDF
  • Read on any device
  • Instant download
  • Own it forever
Softcover Book
USD 109.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

Tax calculation will be finalised at checkout

Purchases are for personal use only

Institutional subscriptions

References

  1. Automotive SPICE © 3.1, Process Assessment Model, VDA QMC Working Group 1 November 2017

    Google Scholar 

  2. Automotive SPICE © Guidelines, 2nd edn, November 2017, VDA QMC Working Group 13, November 2017

    Google Scholar 

  3. Biró, M., Messnarz, R., Davison, A.G.: The impact of national cultural factors on the effectiveness of process improvement methods: the 3rd dimension. In: Proceedings of the 11th ICSQ Conference, ASQ, USA (2001)

    Google Scholar 

  4. Biró, M., Messnarz, R., Colomo-Palacios, R.: Software process improvement leveraged in various application domains. J. Softw. Evol. Process 26(5), 465–467 (2014). Special Issue: Software process improvement leveraged in various application domains

    Article  Google Scholar 

  5. Biró, M., Messnarz, R.: Key success factors for business based improvement. In: Proceedings of the EuroSPI ‘1999 Conference, Pori (1999). Pori School of Technology and Economics. Ser. A., 25

    Google Scholar 

  6. Clarke, P., et al.: An investigation of software development process terminology. In: Clarke, P.M., O’Connor, R.V., Rout, T., Dorling, A. (eds.) SPICE 2016. CCIS, vol. 609, pp. 351–361. Springer, Cham (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-38980-6_25

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  7. Clarke, P.M., et al.: Refactoring software development process terminology through the use of ontology. In: Kreiner, C., O’Connor, R.V., Poth, A., Messnarz, R. (eds.) EuroSPI 2016. CCIS, vol. 633, pp. 47–57. Springer, Cham (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-44817-6_4

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  8. Feuer, É., Messnarz, R., Wittenbrink, H.: Experiences with managing social patterns in defined distributed working processes. In: European Software Process Improvement. EUROSPI 2003, Graz (2003)

    Google Scholar 

  9. Hofstede Cultural Dimensions. https://www.hofstede-insights.com/product/compare-countries/. Accessed 7 Apr 2019

  10. ISO/IEC TR 33014 Information technology — Process assessment — Guide for process improvement (2013)

    Google Scholar 

  11. Korsaa, M., et al.: The SPI manifesto and the ECQA SPI manager certification scheme. J. Softw. Evol. Process 24(5), 525–540 (2012)

    Article  Google Scholar 

  12. Korsaa, M., et al.: The people aspects in modern process improvement management approaches. J. Softw. Evol. Process 25(4), 381–391 (2013). Special Issue: Selected Industrial Experience Papers of EuroSPI 2010

    Article  Google Scholar 

  13. Macher, G., Sporer, H., Brenner, E., Kreiner, C.: Supporting cyber-security based on hardware-software interface definition. In: Kreiner, C., O’Connor, R.V., Poth, A., Messnarz, R. (eds.) EuroSPI 2016. CCIS, vol. 633, pp. 148–159. Springer, Cham (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-44817-6_12

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  14. Macher, G., Messnarz, R., Kreiner, C., et al.: Integrated safety and security development in the automotive domain. Working Group 17AE-0252/2017-01-1661, SAE International, June 2017

    Google Scholar 

  15. Macher, G., Much, A., Riel, A., Messnarz, R., Kreiner, C.: Automotive SPICE, Safety and Cybersecurity Integration. In: Tonetta, S., Schoitsch, E., Bitsch, F. (eds.) SAFECOMP 2017. LNCS, vol. 10489, pp. 273–285. Springer, Cham (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-66284-8_23

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  16. Macher, G., Armengaud, E., Brenner, E., Kreiner, C.: A review of threat analysis and risk assessment methods in the automotive context. In: Skavhaug, A., Guiochet, J., Bitsch, F. (eds.) SAFECOMP 2016. LNCS, vol. 9922, pp. 130–141. Springer, Cham (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-45477-1_11

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  17. Macher, G., Höller, A., Sporer, H., Armengaud, E., Kreiner, C.: A comprehensive safety, security, and serviceability assessment method. In: Koornneef, F., van Gulijk, C. (eds.) SAFECOMP 2015. LNCS, vol. 9337, pp. 410–424. Springer, Cham (2015). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-24255-2_30

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  18. Messnarz, R., Tully, C.J., Biro, M.: Better Software Practice for Business Benefit: Principles and Experiences. IEEE Computer Society Press, Los Alamitos (1999)

    Google Scholar 

  19. Messnarz, R., O’Suilleabhain, G., Coughlan, R.: From process improvement to learning organisations. J. Softw. Evol. Process 11(3), 287–294 (2006). Special Issue: Special Issue on SPI Industrial Experience

    Article  Google Scholar 

  20. Messnarz, R., Ekert, D., Reiner, M., O’Suilleabhain, G.: Human resources based improvement strategies—the learning factor. J. Softw. Evol. Process 13(4), 355–362 (2008)

    Article  Google Scholar 

  21. Messnarz, R., Nadasi, G., O’Leary, E., Foley, B.: Experience with teamwork in distributed work environments. In: Stanford-Smith, B., Chiozza, E. (eds.) Proceedings of the E2001 Conference, E-Work and E-commerce, Novel Solutions for a Global Networked Economy. IOS Press, Amsterdam, Berlin, Oxford, Tokyo, Washington (2001)

    Google Scholar 

  22. Messnarz, R., et al.: Social responsibility aspects supporting the success of SPI. J. Softw. Evol. Process 26(3), 284–294 (2014). Special Issue: Software Process Assessment and Improvement (EuroSPI 2011)

    Article  Google Scholar 

  23. Messnarz, R., Spork, G., Riel, A., Tichkiewitch, S.: Dynamic learning organisations supporting knowledge creation for competitive and integrated product design. In: Proceedings of the 19th CIRP Design Conference – Competitive Design, Cranfield University, 30–31 March 2009, pp. 104 (2009)

    Google Scholar 

  24. Messnarz, R., Kreiner, C., Macher, G., Walker, A.: Extending automotive SPICE 30 for the use in ADAS and future self-driving service architectures. J. Softw. Evol. Process 30(5), e1948 (2018)

    Article  Google Scholar 

  25. Messnarz, R., Kreiner, C., Riel, A.: Integrating automotive SPICE, functional safety, and cybersecurity concepts: a cybersecurity layer model. Softw. Qual. Prof. 18(4), 13 (2016)

    Google Scholar 

  26. Messnarz, R., Sehr, M., Wüstemann, I., Humpohl, J., Ekert, D.: Experiences with SQIL – SW quality improvement leadership approach from volkswagen. In: Stolfa, J., Stolfa, S., O’Connor, R.V., Messnarz, R. (eds.) EuroSPI 2017. CCIS, vol. 748, pp. 421–435. Springer, Cham (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-64218-5_35

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  27. Messnarz, R., Stöckler, C., Velasco, G., O’Suilleabhain, G., Biro, M., Remszö, T.: A learning organisation approach for process improvement in the service sector. In: Proceedings of the EuroSPI 1999 Conference (1999)

    Google Scholar 

  28. Messnarz, R., Horvat, R.V., Harej, K., Feuer, E.: ORGANIC-continuous organisational learning in innovation and companies. In: Stanford-Smith, B., Chiozza, E. (eds.) Proceedings of the E2005 Conference, E-Work and E-commerce, Novel Solutions for a Global Networked Economy. IOS Press, Amsterdam, Berlin, Oxford, Tokyo, Washington (2005)

    Google Scholar 

  29. Messnarz, R., Much, A., Kreiner, C., Biro, M., Gorner, J.: Need for the continuous evolution of systems engineering practices for modern vehicle engineering. In: Stolfa, J., Stolfa, S., O’Connor, R.V., Messnarz, R. (eds.) EuroSPI 2017. CCIS, vol. 748, pp. 439–452. Springer, Cham (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-64218-5_36

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  30. Messnarz, R., Ekert, D.: Assessment-based learning systems—learning from best projects. J. Softw. Improv. Pract. 12(6), 569–577 (2007). Special Issue: Special Issue on Industrial Experiences in SPI

    Article  Google Scholar 

  31. Sauberer, G., Riel, A., Messnarz, R.: Diversity and PERMA-nent positive leadership to benefit from industry 4.0 and kondratieff 6.0. In: Stolfa, J., Stolfa, S., O’Connor, R.V., Messnarz, R. (eds.) EuroSPI 2017. CCIS, vol. 748, pp. 642–652. Springer, Cham (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-64218-5_53

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  32. Siakas, K., Messnarz, R., Georgiadou, E., Naaranoja, M.: Launching innovation in the market requires competences in dissemination and exploitation. In: Winkler, D., O’Connor, R.V., Messnarz, R. (eds.) EuroSPI 2012. CCIS, vol. 301, pp. 241–252. Springer, Heidelberg (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-31199-4_21

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  33. Siakas, K., Balstrup, B.: A field-study of cultural influences on software process improvement in a global organisation. In: EuroSPI 2000 Proceedings (2000)

    Google Scholar 

  34. Stolfa, J., et al.: DRIVES—EU blueprint project for the automotive sector—a literature review of drivers of change in automotive industry. J. Softw. Evol. Process 32(3), e2222 (2020). Special Issue: Addressing Evolving Requirements Faced by the Software Industry

    Article  Google Scholar 

  35. O’Suilleabhain, G., Jordan, M., Messnarz, R., Bíró, M., Street, K.: The perception of quality based on different cultural factors and value systems. In: Proceedings of the EuroSPI 2000 Conference. European Software Process Improvement, Copenhagen (2000)

    Google Scholar 

  36. Schlager, C., Messnarz, R., Sporer, H., Riess, A., Mayer, R., Bernhardt, S.: Hardware SPICE extension for automotive SPICE 3.1. In: Larrucea, X., Santamaria, I., O’Connor, Rory V., Messnarz, R. (eds.) EuroSPI 2018. CCIS, vol. 896, pp. 480–491. Springer, Cham (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-97925-0_41

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  37. Key Note 2 ‘Integrity in Software Process Improvement’ from EuroAsiaSPI 2012 in Vienna by Taz Daughtrey, James Madison University and ASQ, USA (Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMqieU6Zi4M&feature=youtu.be)

  38. Messnarz, R., Ekert, D., Zehetner, T., Aschbacher, L.: Experiences with ASPICE 3.1 and the VDA automotive SPICE guidelines – using advanced assessment systems. In: Walker, A., O’Connor, R.V., Messnarz, R. (eds.) EuroSPI 2019. CCIS, vol. 1060, pp. 549–562. Springer, Cham (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-28005-5_42

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  39. Pries-Heje, J., Johansen, J.: Change strategy for ISO/IEC 33014: a multi-case study on which change strategies were chosen. In: Barafort, B., O’Connor, R.V., Poth, A., Messnarz, R. (eds.) EuroSPI 2014. CCIS, vol. 425, pp. 317–330. Springer, Heidelberg (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-43896-1_29

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  40. SPI manifesto. European system & software process improvement and innovation (2010). https://2020.eurospi.net/images/eurospi/spi_manifesto.pdf

  41. Pries-Heje, J., Johansen, J.: ImprovAbility Success with process improvement, 3rd edn (2015). Whitebox, ISBN 978-87-998116-0-1

    Google Scholar 

Download references

Acknowledgements

We are grateful to a working party of Automotive suppliers SOQRATES (www.soqrates.de) who exchange knowledge about such assessment strategies. This includes: Böhner Martin (Elektrobit), Brasse Michael (HELLA), Bressau Ernst (BBraun), Dallinger Martin (ZF), Dorociak Rafal (HELLA), Dreves Rainer (Continental Automotive), Ekert Damjan (ISCN), Forster Martin (ZKW), Geipel Thomas (BOSCH), Grave Rudolf (Elektrobit), Griessnig Gerhard (AVL), Gruber Andreas (ZKW), Habel Stephan (Continental Automotive), Hällmayer Frank (Software Factory), Haunert Lutz (Giesecke & Devrient), Karner Christoph (KTM), Kinalzyk Dietmar (AVL), König Frank (ZF), Lichtenberger Christoph (MAGNA ECS), Lindermuth Peter (Magna Powertrain), Macher Georg (TU Graz & ISCN), Mandic Irenka (Magna Powertrain), Maric Dijas (Lorit Consultancy), Mayer Ralf (BOSCH Engineering), Mergen Silvana (TDK/EPCOS), Messnarz Richard (ISCN), Much Alexander (Elektrobit), Nikolov Borislav (msg Plaut), Oehler Couso Daniel (Magna Powertrain), Riel Andreas (Grenoble INP & ISCN), Rieß Armin (BBraun), Santer Christian (AVL), Schlager Christian (Magna ECS), Schmittner Christoph (Austrian Institute of Technology AIT), Schubert Marion (ZKW), Sechser Bernhard (Process Fellows), Sokic Ivan (Continental Automotive), Sporer Harald (Infineon), Stahl Florian (AVL), Wachter Stefan (msg Plaut), Walker Alastair (Lorit Consultancy), Wegner Thomas (ZF).

Author information

Authors and Affiliations

  1. ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Schweinfurt, Germany

    Thomas Wegner

  2. ISCN GesmbH, Graz, Austria

    Richard Messnarz, Damjan Ekert & Bernhardt Steger

  3. BOSCH Engineering GmbH, Abstatt, Germany

    Ralf Mayer

  4. Continental, Hanover, Germany

    Rainer Dreves

  5. Process Fellows, Ebermannstadt, Germany

    Bernhard Sechser

  6. Magna ECS, Saint Valentin, Austria

    Christian Schlager

  7. KTM AG, Mattighofen, Austria

    Christoph Karner

Authors
  1. Thomas Wegner
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  2. Richard Messnarz
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  3. Damjan Ekert
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  4. Bernhardt Steger
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  5. Ralf Mayer
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  6. Rainer Dreves
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  7. Bernhard Sechser
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  8. Christian Schlager
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  9. Christoph Karner
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

Corresponding author

Correspondence to Thomas Wegner .

Editor information

Editors and Affiliations

  1. School of Computing, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland

    Murat Yilmaz

  2. University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany

    Jörg Niemann

  3. School of Computing, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland

    Paul Clarke

  4. I.S.C.N. GesmbH, Graz, Steiermark, Austria

    Richard Messnarz

Rights and permissions

Reprints and permissions

Copyright information

© 2020 Springer Nature Switzerland AG

About this paper

Check for updates. Verify currency and authenticity via CrossMark

Cite this paper

Wegner, T. et al. (2020). Enough Assessment Guidance, It’s Time for Improvement – A Proposal for Extending the VDA Guidelines. In: Yilmaz, M., Niemann, J., Clarke, P., Messnarz, R. (eds) Systems, Software and Services Process Improvement. EuroSPI 2020. Communications in Computer and Information Science, vol 1251. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-56441-4_34

Download citation

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-56441-4_34

  • Published:

  • Publisher Name: Springer, Cham

  • Print ISBN: 978-3-030-56440-7

  • Online ISBN: 978-3-030-56441-4

  • eBook Packages: Computer ScienceComputer Science (R0)

Publish with us

Policies and ethics

Search

Navigation