Domain Knowledge in Requirements Engineering: A Systematic Mapping Study

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2506.20754v1
• Date: Wed, 25 Jun 2025 18:27:51 GMT
• Title: Domain Knowledge in Requirements Engineering: A Systematic Mapping Study
• Authors: Marina Araújo, Júlia Araújo, Romeu Oliveira, Lucas Romao, Marcos Kalinowski,
• Abstract summary: Domain knowledge is recognized as a key component for the success of Requirements Engineering (RE)<n>Despite its relevance, the scientific literature still lacks a systematic consolidation of how domain knowledge can be effectively used and operationalized in RE.
• Score: 1.0396117988046165
• License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
• Abstract: [Context] Domain knowledge is recognized as a key component for the success of Requirements Engineering (RE), as it provides the conceptual support needed to understand the system context, ensure alignment with stakeholder needs, and reduce ambiguity in requirements specification. Despite its relevance, the scientific literature still lacks a systematic consolidation of how domain knowledge can be effectively used and operationalized in RE. [Goal] This paper addresses this gap by offering a comprehensive overview of existing contributions, including methods, techniques, and tools to incorporate domain knowledge into RE practices. [Method] We conducted a systematic mapping study using a hybrid search strategy that combines database searches with iterative backward and forward snowballing. [Results] In total, we found 75 papers that met our inclusion criteria. The analysis highlights the main types of requirements addressed, the most frequently considered quality attributes, and recurring challenges in the formalization, acquisition, and long-term maintenance of domain knowledge. The results provide support for researchers and practitioners in identifying established approaches and unresolved issues. The study also outlines promising directions for future research, emphasizing the development of scalable, automated, and sustainable solutions to integrate domain knowledge into RE processes. [Conclusion] The study contributes by providing a comprehensive overview that helps to build a conceptual and methodological foundation for knowledge-driven requirements engineering.

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