本标准的目标是为软件生命周期过程建立一个通用框架，并使用定义良好的术语，供软件行业参考。它包含在软件系统、产品和服务的获取、供应、开发、操作、维护或处置过程中适用的过程、活动和任务。这些生命周期过程是通过利益相关者的参与来完成的，最终目标是实现客户满意度。

The objective of this Standard is to establish a common framework for software life cycle processes, with welldefined terminology, that can be referenced by the software industry. It contains processes, activities, and tasks that are applicable during the acquisition, supply, development, operation, maintenance or disposal of software systems, products, and services. These life cycle processes are accomplished through the involvement of stakeholders, with the ultimate goal of achieving customer satisfaction.