Submissions must be related to software and systems processes and/or global software engineering and we are especially interested in, but not limited to, papers addressing the topics in the following list:

Methods and processes

Emerging processes supporting remote work (e.g. remote pair and mob programming)
Agile methods in co-located and distributed companies, projects and teams
Large-scale agile
Lean development
DevOps
Hybrid processes
Open source software development
Crowdsourcing
AI for supporting software and systems processes
Software and systems processes for developing AI-based systems
Software representation and design (architectures, components and services)
General software process related studies and research projects
Empirical studies and experiences

Human Aspects of Distributed Development

Human-centered and participatory processes
Diversity and inclusion
Communication, coordination, and collaboration
Team building
Trust and social relationships
Newcomers’ onboarding and socialization

Business Strategy

Business models
Economics
Hiring in global settings
Strategic issues
Supplier management
Evolution or transformation of organizations
Business continuity

Emerging Technologies for Supporting Software Process and Collaboration

Collaboration tools and platforms
ALM/PLM for distributed teams
Infrastructure for remote work
Social media support
Remote working in teams
Augmented, virtual, and extended reality (AR/VR/XR)
Low-code development practices
Quantum programming and software engineering

Education and Training

Educational studies
Software process management (SPM) or GSE curricula
Lessons learned on SPM or GSE courses