Switching from DOORS to DOORS Next Generation. Identifying the Main Usability Issues. A Case Study

Automotive engineering requires a scientific approach to requirement management because it is a challenging and dynamic field. This paper discusses the importance of usability in requirements management tools, such as IBM Rational DOORS and DOORS Next Generation, commonly used in the automotive engineering. It presents a usability evaluation of these tools, emphasizing key usability issues. The analysis is anchored in a case study examining an automotive company’s transition from DOORS to DOORS Next Generation, with a focus on the experiences of requirements and quality engineers, but also interns.