Function point counting is becoming more popular. This white paper by an experienced function point counter gives some tips for those less experienced in function point counting.
Read the paper at http://www.projectperfect.com.au/white-paper-improving-accuracy-of-function-point-counts.php
We have done a free online Function Point Analysis (FPA) tool at the link below. People are invited to use it.
http://www.econcinnity.com/eConcinnity/faces/work/estimation/functionpoints/FunctionPointCapture.jsp
If you register on the site (go to home page to register) then it will let you save your work as you go. There are other tools as well, please have a look at the services tab on the home page
We are the providers of online Function Point counting service. Our expert panel is available at 50 cents to 1 dollar per page of requirements document. This converts to around $3 – $6 / hr kind of rate.
We also continuously research the “Software Estimation” area. Please check out our Research tab for a new innovative Requirements Capture Language (RCL) that is currently getting developed within our premises.
Do send your suggestions for improvement.