What are the steps to counting function points?
The current IFPUG manual is organized in such a way that chapters two through eight correspond to the steps necessary to perform a function point count. The following steps will give an equivalent count, but stress some practical considerations. Deviations from the IFPUG presentation are explained. Plan the Count. This step includes two IFPUG steps: determine the type of count, and identify counting boundary. It also includes critical logistics around the identification and assignment of a system expert.
The current IFPUG manual is organized in such a way that chapters two through eight correspond to the steps necessary to perform a function point count. The following steps will give an equivalent count, but stress some practical considerations. Deviations from the IFPUG presentation are explained. Plan the Count. This step includes two IFPUG steps: determine the type of count, and identify counting boundary. It also includes critical logistics around the identification and assignment of a system expert. Currently, IFPUG identifies three types of counts: development project counts, enhancement project counts and application counts. They are related. The development project count also yields the first application count for an application. In any event, identifying the type of count you are being asked to perform is usually not too complicated. • On the other hand, identifying the counting boundary can be complicated. Proper identification can require advice given in the IFPUG manual, an
