ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation)

ISO is a global organisation that creates standards for various industries. It develops and publishes international standards for software engineering and testing.

Key Aspects of ISO:

  • Non-governmental organisation
  • Creates international standards
  • Covers multiple industries
  • Promotes consistency and quality

ISO Standards in Software:

  • ISO 9001: Quality management
  • ISO/IEC 25010: Software quality
  • ISO/IEC 12207: Software lifecycle processes
  • ISO/IEC 29119: Software testing

Benefits of ISO Standards:

  • Improve product quality
  • Enhance customer satisfaction
  • Facilitate international trade
  • Provide benchmarks for best practices

Organisations often seek ISO certification to demonstrate compliance with these standards.