ISO 12207 Software Life-Cycle Certificate

ISO 12207 Software Life-Cycle

What Is ISO 12207?

ISO 12207 is an international standard covering the life-cycle of software in systems and software engineering, supporting both development and maintenance of software.

ISO 12207 addresses processes including software acquisition and configuration. The standard's aim is to create a common language for all parties involved with software: acquirers, suppliers, and operators.

Software Life-Cycle Processes

The standard defines 6 main life-cycle processes:

• Acquisition
• Supply
• Development
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Disposal

Why It Matters

For software-producing organisations, ISO 12207 provides a structured framework that can be used both internally and as a reference when engaging with customers and suppliers. It pairs well with ISO 27001 (information security) and ISO 9001 (quality management) in a broader management system.

Certification Process

Preparation typically includes process mapping against each of the life-cycle processes, documentation of procedures and records, internal audit, and management review. A certification body then conducts Stage 1 and Stage 2 audits.

Consultancy

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