This article, part of the How Do YOU CM2? blog series in collaboration with IpX, emphasizes that true configuration management (CM) maturity transcends documentation. It requires standardized processes that are adaptable, measurable, and actively improved. Organizations must apply CM consistently across all lifecycle phases and maintain traceability to ensure effective performance.
This article emphasizes the importance of comprehensive Configuration Management (CM) maturity assessments that not only evaluate processes and tools but also consider strategy, governance, and organizational culture. It advocates for clearly defined roles, leadership engagement, and continuous improvement to ensure effective CM practices. The goal is alignment and sustainable capability development within organizations.
This article discusses the role of maturity models in organizational improvement, particularly in configuration management. While they can provide structure, they often become distractions if misused. Organizations should focus on addressing specific problems instead of chasing higher maturity levels. Effective governance and senior leadership are essential for achieving genuine improvements.
This article discusses the misconceptions surrounding Configuration Management (CM), emphasizing that poor CM practices cause delays, not CM itself. By adopting proper CM2 strategies—like early baselining, clear ownership, and standardized processes—organizations can enhance efficiency and agility in development. The piece encourages reader engagement and highlights the importance of process excellence.
This article emphasizes the importance of “Just-in-Time” document release in project management. By releasing documents only when needed, it minimizes waste, enhances agility, and reduces risk of using outdated information. The author advocates for structured release mechanisms and synchronization with workflows to improve clarity, accountability, and overall project efficiency.
In the 53rd edition of the Future of CM Newsletter, I continue my collaboration with IpX – Institute for Process Excellence in our “How Do You CM2?” series.
This time, an article dear to my heart: the integration between CAD models and Parts. What do you think is the right strategy?
In case you missed them, you can find the following How do YOU CM2? posts in the 52nd edition of the Future of CM newsletter:
❌ A Configuration Manager is not…
👫 Creativity & Discipline are Best Friends
🎄 A CM2 Christmas Carol: The Ghosts of Configuration Management
In A Christmas Carol, Scrooge is visited by three spirits who show him the consequences of his choices and the benefits of change. I often think about how this idea applies to Configuration Management (CM) as well.
Many people think creativity and discipline sit on opposite ends of the spectrum. Do you think discipline kills creativity?
Think again. The most innovative organizations know that structure isn’t the enemy. It’s the enabler. So, you could say Discipline and Creativity are best friends.
In this month’s feature article, I explored “The Real Job Description of a Configuration Manager.” But let’s flip the lens and talk about what a Configuration Manager is not.