What are the Top 3 Types of Information Typically Missing from DO-178C and DO-254 Plans?
As a certification expert and auditor, I see my fair share of DO-178C and DO-254 plans. No matter where in the world, no matter the project DAL or team experience, I consistently see teams struggle [...]
Mistake #4: Misunderstanding the Purpose of Traceability
As we continue our discussion of the top mistakes folks make in their DO-254 and DO-178C programs, the # 4 mistake is...Not Understanding the Purpose of Traceability. DO-254 and DO-178C are requirements-based processes. As part [...]
Mistake #3: Improper Retention of Verification Results
Let’s continue with our discussion of common mistakes. DO-254 and DO-178C have numerous objectives related to verification, which can be accomplished through reviews, analysis, or test. The results of these activities must be retained. A [...]
Mistake #2: Treating CM as an “End of Process” Activity
This blog picks up where we left off last time, identifying the top mistakes that DO-254 and DO-178C applicants make. The # 2 mistake is...Treating CM as an “End of Process” Activity DO-254 and DO-178C [...]
Mistake #1: Planning After the Fact
A number of my blogs are dedicated to discussing the top mistakes that are commonly encountered in the compliance process. The # 1 mistake is...Creating Plans After the Fact. It seems that many folks mistakenly [...]
Are Checklists Really Necessary?
No one really likes filling out checklists for reviews. So, do you have to have them? Truthfully, the answer is “No.” But for practical reasons, I’d like to say “Yes” because they can be a [...]
DO-254 and DO-178C are Top-Down Processes
This is one of those things you really need to understand from the get-go. DO-254 and DO-178C are Top-Down processes. This means you start the project with compliance in mind and work it from the [...]
Understanding the Reasons for DO-254/DO-178C
If you’re new to DO-254 or DO-178C compliance requirements – maybe you’re working on a UAV or military project – and you’re just starting to look at this, you might thing “Wow, this looks like [...]
