Metrics of energy consumption in software systems: A systematic literature review

Abstract

The current situation when using tight time frames and frequently changing requirements when creating software dictates the need to create a system for monitoring energy consumption at any stage of production of a software product. At the first stage, we need to evaluate the state-of-the-art on this topic. To this goal, we conducted a systematic literature review. During the review more than 500 studies were observed and 124 of them were selected for detailed analysis. Among these papers, 169 metrics were derived and assessed from the point of their applicability within invasive software development process analysis. The study demonstrates the relevance of the questions posed and shows the immaturity of the area. There is no evolutionary study and the possibility of assessment at any stage of the development of a software product. The data show the importance and relevance of technical work and the importance of its further development.