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CM2 Baseline: how to make Impact Analysis easy!

CM2 Baseline: how to make Impact Analysis easy!

This article is part of the How Do YOU CM2? blog series in collaboration with the Institute for Process Excellence (IpX). Although I receive compensation for writing this series, I stand behind its content. I will continue to create and publish high-quality articles that I can fully endorse. Enjoy this new series, and please share your thoughts!  In the previous edition of How Do YOU CM2?, we talked about Impact Analysis and why it… Read More »CM2 Baseline: how to make Impact Analysis easy!

Impact Analysis the secret ingredient no one wants to do!

Impact Analysis: The Secret Ingredient No One Wants To Do!

This article is part of the How Do YOU CM2? blog series in collaboration with the Institute for Process Excellence (IpX). Although I receive compensation for writing this series, I stand behind its content. I will continue to create and publish high-quality articles that I can fully endorse. Enjoy this new series, and please share your thoughts!  It’s a familiar scenario, isn’t it? We’re all wired to solve problems. We identify an issue, envision… Read More »Impact Analysis: The Secret Ingredient No One Wants To Do!

Stop Calling Product Changes: "Engineering Changes"!

Stop Calling Product Changes: “Engineering Changes”!

This article is part of the How Do YOU CM2? blog series in collaboration with the Institute for Process Excellence (IpX). Although I receive compensation for writing this series, I stand behind its content. I will continue to create and publish high-quality articles that I can fully endorse. Enjoy this new series, and please share your thoughts!  What do you call a change to a product? And no, this is not the start of… Read More »Stop Calling Product Changes: “Engineering Changes”!

The Magic of a Closed-Loop Change Process.

The Magic of a Closed-Loop Change Process

This article is part of the How Do YOU CM2? blog series in collaboration with the Institute for Process Excellence (IpX). Although I receive compensation for writing this series, I stand behind its content. I will continue to create and publish high-quality articles that I can fully endorse. Enjoy this new series, and please share your thoughts!  Hey everyone, building on our last post about how CM2 isn’t just for engineers. Today, I want… Read More »The Magic of a Closed-Loop Change Process

Configuration Management is not only for Engineers

Spoiler Alert: Configuration Management is not only for Engineers!

For a long time, CM has been confined to engineering and/or IT departments. And of course, engineers are absolutely critical to CM! But if we limit CM to engineering only, we are down right denying ourselves its huge potential to impact the entire business. It’s like having a Ferrari that you just keep in the garage gathering dust and never take out for a spin. What a waste!

CM2 is not just about documentation

CM2 is not just about documentation.

CM2 isn’t just about recording “what changed.” It’s a proactive heartbeat for your entire organization and product lifecycle. It’s about building a living system that keeps everything clear, controlled, and consistent, even when things get super complex. Not just for product baselines, but also for your organization’s baselines. Think of it as the framework that lets you move fast without breaking things.

Configuration Management is... Decision Support!

Configuration Management is… Decision Support!

Configuration Management is essential for effective decision-making in organizations, especially in Fortune 500 companies where inefficient decisions consume over 500,000 days annually. A solid CM practice allows managers to quickly assess impacts, costs, timelines, and risks associated with changes, transforming data into actionable insights and reducing decision paralysis.

Configuration Management is... Release!

Configuration Management is… Release!

Configuration Management (CM) is crucial in engineering, ensuring that documentation is properly released and effective before use in design and production. Adhering to CM principles promotes compliance and minimizes risks of rework and delays. Proper release and change control enhance data traceability, fostering collaboration among stakeholders.

Configuration Management is... Lifecycle Management!

Configuration Management is… Lifecycle Management!

Configuration Management (CM) is crucial across all lifecycle stages, from design to retirement, as it minimizes risks and costs while ensuring operational success. It prevents chaotic changes, aligns configurations, and helps avoid disruptions and compliance failures. Effective CM drives resilience and efficiency, distinguishing successful organizations from those that react poorly to lifecycle challenges.

Configuration Management is... Effectivity!

Configuration Management is… Effectivity!

Configuration Management (CM) emphasizes the importance of effectivity, which ensures that product changes occur accurately and punctually. By managing effectivity based on various parameters like serial numbers and dates, organizations can avoid compliance failures and operational inefficiencies. Proper control streamlines deployment, aligning with production schedules and regulatory requirements.