New IFPUG-QUANTER Market Report

Discover the latest data on Function Points adoption across industries, providers, and Agile environments.
This exclusive Quanter market report, backed by the world’s largest Function Points database, highlights:

• 92,000+ projects analyzed across 25 countries and 7 industries
• How Function Points are shaping government contracts and Agile development
• The real cost of Agile vs. Predictive methodologies (hint: Agile is 44% more expensive)
• Productivity & cost efficiency insights—who delivers the best results?
• Benchmarking tools to help providers prove their value and clients choose the right partner

What you’ll find in this report:

• Pg. 4 – Introduction: Function Points in Today’s Software Development Landscape
• Pg. 6 – The Market: Who is using Function Points and where
• Pg. 10 – Metrics: Why Function Points are the best metric
• Pg. 12 – Providers: Question 1. Who is the best provider overall? In Agile?
• Pg. 16 – Agile: Question 2. Is Agile cheaper or more expensive? Is it more productive?
• Pg. 18 – The Team: Question 3. Do Agile teams perform equally? What is the optimal number of team members?

The New Certified SNAP Specialist (CSS) Certification

IFPUG is excited to announce the latest certification, Certified SNAP Specialist (CSS). The certification exam is available now in English with additional languages soon to follow.
The IFPUG Certification Program designations are formal recognition of a level of expertise in the area of either Functional Sizing or Non-functional sizing.

IFPUG is the governing body for the Certified Function Point Fellow, Certified Function Point Specialist (CFPS), the Certified Function Point Practitioner (CFPP), Certified SNAP Specialist (CSS) and Certified SNAP Practitioner (CSP) certifications.

ISMA2025 Hybrid Conference

We are excited to announce that the IFPUG ISMA 2025 hybrid conference will take place on September 25, 2025, in Seoul, South Korea. This year’s event is in partnership with KOSMA, promising a dynamic and enriching experience for all attendees.

Join us for a day of engaging sessions, expert insights, and valuable networking opportunities. The event will be conducted in English (with translation) and streamed / recorded. Registration will be open soon for in person (please do focus on it) and virtual.

The venue is located in the southeastern part of Seoul. It offers convenient transportation options, including a limousine bus service from Incheon International Airport to COEX in Gangnam. There are also a variety of hotels and other accommodations available nearby.

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more information. We look forward to seeing you in Seoul!