Diffusing Software Product and Process Innovations IFIP TC8 WG8.6 Fourth Working Conference on Diffusing Software Product and Process Innovations April 7–10, 2001, Banff, Canada

Diffusing Software Product and Process Innovations by Mark A. Ardis, published by Springer Science & Business Media on March 31, 2001, is a comprehensive examination of the challenges associated with the successful diffusion of innovations in software. This edition, comprising 306 pages, presents insights derived from the Fourth Working Conference on Diffusing Software Product and Process Innovations, held in Banff, Canada. The book utilizes Everett Rogers’ framework from his seminal work, Diffusion of Innovations, to explore technology transfer methods relevant to contemporary software products and processes.

Readers will find a detailed discussion on various topics, including implementation and coordination issues, new interpretations of diffusion theory, and the diffusion of software processes. The volume also addresses contextual factors and the communication of information, supplemented by experience reports from practitioners and academics. This collection reflects the evolving landscape of software development and management, making it a relevant resource for those interested in technology and economic development within the field.