"We adapted ARTiSAN's 'out-of-the-box' lifecycle so we could maintain a separate 'requirements view' and 'design/implementation view' without using two models for every project . . . this suits us better than maintaining two separate models as it is so difficult to maintain consistency."

"The strength of their consulting capability and emphasis on process were key factors in making ARTiSAN the preferred partner for Smiths."

"Agreement with the customer of exactly what constitutes the software requirements baseline is a key milestone in our programmes. A process which distorts that view through elaboration or pollutes it with implementation detail would not be acceptable to us. We also wanted a process that was independent of any tool, though we would obviously be seeking the best tool to support it."

"Since the beginning, we have actually implemented the new methodology and tools [including Real-time Studio] on four major real-time projects and many projects developing supporting test equipment."

"As a result of adopting our new process and the ARTiSAN tool we now find it easier to move software engineers between projects. This is a major benefit given the diversity of our projects."

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— Shaun Cullimore
Smiths Aerospace