| A step-by-step guide to implementing Levels 2 and 3 of the Capability Maturity Model The Capability Maturity Model (CMM) is currently the leading quality improvement standard in North America for software development. Built on a series of five maturity levels, the CMM is founded on a philosophy of gradual progression and continuous improvement. It was designed specifically for the software engineering process, making it easier and more cost-effective to implement than other process models.
James Persse has written a practical guide on instituting the recommendations in the CMM for Levels 2 and 3, which will take you to a sustainable level of software process quality. The text provides examples of practical CMM-compliant process outlines, plan templates, breakdowns of resources, and reviews of the policies the CMM suggests you formulate within your organization. Divided into four parts, this valuable resource offers you: *A discussion of each level of the five-level model and how each Key Process Area is built on common elements *Detailed recommendations for building a Level 2 compliant process improvement program *Clear explanations on how to move from operating as a Level 2 organization to operating under Level 3 guidelines *The best ways to implement CMM in your organization and how to ensure the most beneficial outcome |
