What is a key goal in creating measurable objectives for software assessment?

Creating measurable objectives in software assessment primarily focuses on evaluating the software's ability to meet the specific needs of the users and stakeholders. This involves establishing clear criteria that can be quantitatively assessed to determine how well the software aligns with the intended goals, functionalities, and requirements.

When objectives are measurable, it becomes easier to analyze whether the software fulfills its intended purpose and delivers value to its users. The assessment often looks at factors such as usability, effectiveness, performance, and overall suitability for the intended applications. By centering measurable objectives on the software’s capabilities to meet needs, stakeholders can make informed decisions about its implementation, further development, or potential alternatives.

While determining cost-effectiveness, assessing user satisfaction, and evaluating technical support availability are important aspects of software assessment as well, they serve more as secondary considerations rather than primary objectives. Evaluating the software's ability to meet identified needs ensures that the foundational purpose of the software aligns with user expectations and requirement fulfillment.