Design and evaluation of software reference architecture: a systematic mapping study

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Purpose Design and evaluation of Software Reference Architecture (SRA) is a complex task. This paper aims to collate the overall design and evaluation strategies that have been in practice for the last 15 years. It oversees the publication trend, components of SRA design, knowledge sources, developed artifacts, and evaluation matrices. Moreover, it highlights the models or frameworks that guide the development and evaluation processes. Design/methodology/approach The study followed the systematic mapping methodology outlined by [8] after searching relevant titles from the Scopus database. Thereafter, data extraction was guided by three research questions: (1) What is the current state of research? (2) How are SRA's designed? and (3) How are SRA's evaluated? The authors selected 75 primary studies after applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Findings The mapping study reveals a steady growth in publications, with various methodologies used to design SRA and produce artifacts. Evaluation practices remain underexplored, with case studies and expert reviews as the primary methods. Frequently targeted quality attributes included modifiability, reusability, scalability, and performance. SRA research demonstrates increasing maturity; however, the field still lacks methodological consistency. Originality/value The paper collaborates design and evaluation perspectives from the academic and business community. It points to the salient facts that structure today's SRA design and evaluation status. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the field and outlines a research agenda to enhance the SRA design and evaluation process for future developers.

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