IV. A. 1. Sources and Uses of Reliability Data

IV. Reliability Modeling and Prediction
A. Reliability Modeling

1. Sources and uses of reliability data (Apply)

Describe sources of reliability data (prototype, development, test, field, warranty, published, etc.), their advantages and limitations, and how the data can use used to measure and enhance product reliability.

It’s the data that help you and your team make decisions.

 

Additional References

Sources of Reliability Data (article)

Field Industry and Public Failure Data (article)

Types of Failure Data (article)

Asking a Vendor for Reliability Data (recorded webinar)

Field Data and Reliability (article)

Quick Quiz

1-110. Which if the following is not part of software reliability planning?

(A) selecting models for data analysis and prediction
(B) modeling the acquisition of computer software systems
(C) evaluating trade-offs of general purpose programs vs. commercially available programs
(D) evaluating trade-offs involving cost, scheduling, and failure of software products

Answer Discussion