An interdisciplinary approach to develop secure, usable and economically successful software

Abstract

Some argue that software developers of security solutions often neglect the importance of incorporating usability and socio-economic aspects and focus more on security and privacy aspects. However, it can be observed that many solutions are not accepted by both the users and the market, even though they are technically sophisticated. This work-in-progress paper proposes an interdisciplinary approach and a prospective supportive tool that guides the developer through the process, which is referred to as the Wizard. It consists of selected, carefully analyzed and edited methods and standards from the fields of (a) Usability and User Experience, (b) Socioeconomics, and (c) IT-Security and other disciplines. The Wizard proactively recommends various methods according to the status of the development and assists in their selection and application.