Key Factors Affecting the Cost of Medical Software Development: Cost and Modeling

In the current context of the booming development of medical informatization, the number of medical software projects is increasing day by day, and the estimation of their development costs has become a core challenge in project management. The cost of medical software development is affected by the interaction of numerous complex factors such as personnel, equipment, time, quality, and regulatory compliance. This paper comprehensively reviews these key factors, delves into existing cost estimation models, compares the advantages and disadvantages of different methods, and highlights recent advancements in improving estimation accuracy using technologies such as machine learning and optimization algorithms. This research results indicate that hybrid approaches, which integrate multiple advanced technologies, have strong potential to significantly enhance the accuracy and efficiency of medical software cost estimation.