CMM

Question 1

What is CMM?

Answer 1

It is a framework used to analyse the approach followed by an organisation to develop a software product. It provides guidelines and strategies to enhance maturity of the processes followed to develop the product. Based on feedback and development practices followed by most successful organizations worldwide.

Question 2

CMM level 1

Answer 2

Initial

Processes followed are adhoc and immature and not well defined.
Work is performed informally.

Question 3

CMM level 2

Answer 3

Repeatable

Work is planned and tracked. Experience w earlier projects is used to manage new similar projects.

Question 4

CMM level 3

Answer 4

Defined

Sw and management processes are well defined and documented.

Question 5

CMM level 4

Answer 5

Managed

Work is quantitatively controlled.
Org sets quantitative quality goals

Question 6

CMM level 5

Answer 6

Optimising

Work is based on continuous improvement using quantitative feedback. Tools explored to increase product quality and reduce defects.

Process change management
Technology change management
Defect management