Understanding the Influence of Motivation on Requirements Engineering-related Activities

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2304.08074v3
• Date: Tue, 30 Jul 2024 07:08:27 GMT
• Title: Understanding the Influence of Motivation on Requirements Engineering-related Activities
• Authors: Dulaji Hidellaarachchi, John Grundy, Rashina Hoda, Ingo Mueller,
• Abstract summary: Requirements Engineering (RE)-related activities are critical in developing quality software. This study explores the impact of one of the most influential human aspects, motivation on RE.
• Score: 9.932667889555193
• License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
• Abstract: Context: Requirements Engineering (RE)-related activities are critical in developing quality software and one of the most human-dependent processes in software engineering (SE). Hence, identifying the impact of diverse human-related aspects on RE is crucial in the SE context. Objective: Our study explores the impact of one of the most influential human aspects, motivation on RE, aiming to deepen understanding and provide practical guidance. Method: By conducting semi-structured interviews with 21 RE-involved practitioners, we developed a theory using socio-technical grounded theory(STGT) that explains the contextual, causal, and intervening conditions influencing motivation in RE-related activities. Result: We identified strategies to enhance motivating situations or mitigate demotivating ones, and the consequences resulting from applying these strategies. Conclusion: Our findings offer actionable insights for software practitioners to manage the influence of motivation on RE and help researchers further investigate its role across various SE contexts in the future.

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