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What Is An HIPO Chart

HIPO (Hierarchical Input Process Output) diagrams are a tool used to analyze and document software systems. They depict the hierarchical structure of modules in a system and decompose high-level functions into sub-functions. HIPO diagrams represent the inputs, outputs, and processes performed by each module to provide a graphical overview of the system's structure that is useful for both documentation and project management purposes.

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What Is An HIPO Chart

HIPO (Hierarchical Input Process Output) diagrams are a tool used to analyze and document software systems. They depict the hierarchical structure of modules in a system and decompose high-level functions into sub-functions. HIPO diagrams represent the inputs, outputs, and processes performed by each module to provide a graphical overview of the system's structure that is useful for both documentation and project management purposes.

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HIPO CHARTS

What is an HIPO chart?

HIPO Diagram

HIPO (Hierarchical Input Process Output) diagram is a combination of two organized


method to analyze the system and provide the means of documentation. HIPO model
was developed by IBM in year 1970.

HIPO diagram represents the hierarchy of modules in the software system. Analyst
uses HIPO diagram in order to obtain high-level view of system functions. It
decomposes functions into sub-functions in a hierarchical manner. It depicts the
functions performed by system.

HIPO diagrams are good for documentation purpose. Their graphical representation
makes it easier for designers and managers to get the pictorial idea of the system
structure.

Or
The HIPO (Hierarchy plus Input-Process-Output) technique is a tool for planning and/or
documenting a computer program. A HIPO model consists of a hierarchy chart that
graphically represents the program’s control structure and a set of IPO (Input-Process-
Output) charts that describe the inputs to, the outputs from, and the functions (or processes)
performed by each module on the hierarchy chart.
Using the HIPO technique, designers can evaluate and refine a program’s design, and
correct flaws prior to implementation. Given the graphic nature of HIPO, users and
managers can easily follow a program’s structure. The hierarchy chart serves as a useful
planning and visualization document for managing the program development process. The
IPO charts define for the programmer each module’s inputs, outputs, and algorithms.
Sources
http://www.engineering-bachelors-degree.com/business-information-
management/uncategorized/hipo-hierarchy-plus-input-process-output/
https://www.tutorialspoint.com/software_engineering/software_analysis_design_tools.htm

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