This standard provides guidelines and best practices for the software acquisition process within a software engineering lifecycle. It aims to help organizations effectively manage the acquisition of software products or services by defining processes and activities that ensure the procurement aligns with organizational goals and industry standards. The document covers various aspects including planning, sourcing strategies, evaluation criteria, contract negotiation, and post-acquisition support. It is designed to be used alongside other standards in the software engineering lifecycle series.
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