SFIA Skill
Systems development management DLMG
The management of resources in order to plan, estimate and carry out programmes of systems development work to time, budget and quality targets and in accordance with appropriate standards.
Systems development management: Level 7
Sets strategy for resource management within systems development, authorises the allocation of resources for programmes of system development projects, and maintains an overview of the contribution of the programme to organisational success.
Systems development management: Level 6
Identifies and manages the resources necessary for all stages (planning, estimation, execution) of individual systems development projects to ensure technical, financial and quality targets are met.
Systems development management: Level 5
Agrees, with business management, systems development projects which support the organisation's objectives and plans. Ensures that management is both aware of and able to provide the required resources, and that available resources are properly utilised and accounted for. Monitors and reports on the progress of systems development projects, using appropriate quality assurance processes to ensure that projects are carried out in accordance with agreed standards, methods and procedures.