Abstract:
Software development stands as the most important pillar of the IT industry, having a
significant influence on the progress and betterment of our daily lives. In this context,
the productivity of software development teams emerges as a linchpin in the software
industry's advancement. This research aims to study the impact of various factors on
the productivity of software development teams, with a focus on the Pakistani software
development industry. Employing a survey-based methodology, we draw upon a
framework adapted from Kitchenham et al., encompassing six critical steps: defining
objectives, survey design, instrument construction, evaluating instrument validity and
reliability, administering the instrument, and analyzing results.
Our Framework includes critical factors under study including communication,
commitment, motivation, job satisfaction, emotional intelligence, collaboration,
cohesion, leadership, and autonomy among others. From studying the importance of
these factors and analyzing of results, our research aims to furnish insightful
recommendations and practical strategies to enhance the performance of development
teams within the Pakistani context. Our overarching objective is to contribute
meaningful insights that can be effectively applied to enhance the outcomes of software
development projects in Pakistan.
