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Where MDA Has Succeeded

publish date: 2026/06/08 21:08:35.407205 UTC

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Industrial use of MDA has been most successful in which type of system?

Pure web applications with no embedded or real-time requirements

Systems products that include both hardware and software, with long lifetimes, where the application domain can be well understood and formalized in a CIM

Consumer mobile applications developed using agile methods

Short-lifetime information systems for small businesses

Correct Answer

Systems products that include both hardware and software, with long lifetimes, where the application domain can be well understood and formalized in a CIM

Explanation

MDA success stories have mostly come from companies developing systems products that include both hardware and software. The software in these products has a long lifetime and may need to be modified to reflect changing hardware technologies. The domain of application (automotive, air traffic control, etc.) is often well understood and can be formalized in a CIM. Studies confirm that MDA has increased productivity and reduced maintenance costs in these contexts.

Reference

Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition

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