Estimating
Reifer Consultants is a recognized innovator in the area of systems and software cost estimations. As a member of the University of Southern California (USC) team, RCI is helping to define, refine, calibrate and deploy new estimating models and tools worldwide. Specific efforts we are contributing to include:
COCOMOTM
- The current COCOMO IITM model is over ten years old. We are working with clients to refresh the model and recalibrate it to be more accurate. We continue to use the Baysian approach to calibrate the new version of the model which we call COCOMO-R.
COCOTS
- This specialized model predicts the costs of using COTS software packages in development and soon during maintenance.
COSYSMO
- This parametric model estimates costs and schedules for systems engineering tasks using results jointly developed with INCOSE. We are assisting with its continued development.
In addition to providing leadership at USC, Reifer Consultants offers the following estimating products and services:
Benchmarking/Calibration
- Reifer Consultants offers a variety of benchmarking services aimed at determining performance relative to "best in class" competitors. We can also help clients calibrate the COCOMO IITM model to improve its estimating accuracy.
Consulting
- Reifer Consultants generates independent estimates to serve as benchmarks for validating reasonableness of estimates. We also perform a variety of organizational analyses looking at competitiveness in the marketplace.
Training
- Reifer Consultants offers two and three day hands-on workshops on the topics of estimating and the use of COCOMO IITM model. To view a course perspectus, click on COCOMO Workshop.