A multiobjective evolutionary algorithm for scheduling and inspection planning in software development projects

In this paper, we consider the problem of planning inspections and other operations within a software development (SD) project with respect to the objectives quality (no. of defects), project makespan, and costs. The considered model of SD processes comprises the phases coding, inspection, test, and rework and includes the assignment of operations to persons and the generation of a project schedule. Based on this model we discuss a multiobjective optimization problem. For solving the problem (i.e. finding an approximation of the efficient set) we develop a multiobjective evolutionary algorithm. Details of the algorithm are discussed as well as results of its application to sample problems.