David Walker is an independent consultant with 24 years of experience in software engineering, software quality assurance, and continuous improvement. He has worked with SEI models for over 15 years and is authorized by the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) as a CMMI Instructor. He coaches software and system development organizations in biomedical, aerospace, automotive, telecommunications, and insurance industries and has led software teams to CMMI Maturity Level 2 and 3.

He has a Master Of Science Degree in Computer Science from Northwestern University, holds an ASQ certification as a Software Quality Engineer, and owns David Walker SPCS, LLC, a licensed SEI partner company.  Through 24 years, he has been employed in the Software domain with Reuters, AT&T Bell Laboratories, Motorola, Abbott Laboratories, Pfizer, Johnson Controls, plus various consulting engagements. He is a 20 year member of ASQ and immediate past Chair of the Software Division. Since 2005, he has served on the AAMI Software Standards Committee and participated in the US review of IEC 62304 Medical Device Software Lifecycle and has helped medical device companies align with 62304. He lives in Michigan with his wife and two children.

David Walker SPCS is a licensed SEI Partner

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 Certified Software Quality Engineer

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See David Walker's GLITR Interview

Dave at ASQ's International Conference on Software Quality in Denver 2007.

David Walker is a 20+ year member of ASQ. 1987 Membership Certificate:

AAMI Award for service on the Medical Device Software Standards Committee: 

                 

Our Business

David Walker is an Independent Consultant working with software intensive product development organizations. He has expertise in:

• CMMI Based Software Development Process Capability Assessment and Training

• Medical Device Safety Risk Management
• Software Quality Assurance
• Customized Training

I only accept win/win engagements and guarantee satisfaction of clients.

Who I Am

Quotes from my clients and colleagues:

"Dave shows a willingness to tackle big problems in a very methodical way. He doesn't seem effected by colleagues who believe the project is too large to handle. He has a 'can do' attitude".

 "You demonstrate a willingness to work hard - getting here at the crack of dawn and staying as late as necessary to get things done. You developed strong relationships in Quality, Regulatory, R&D, and beyond. You have delivered results, helping us launch products on time".

"Dave's strongest talent is his ability to visualize solutions and understand almost immediately the impact of various alternatives".

"I would like to congratulate you as a recipient of the R&D Special Recognition Award".