This article emphasizes the importance of addressing serviceability during new product development, often overlooked for immediate innovation. Ignoring the as-maintained configuration can lead to increased downtime, higher maintenance costs, and eroded customer trust. Prioritizing serviceability fosters long-term success, customer loyalty, and efficient operations, transforming potential crises into manageable processes.
This months newsletter is a collection of posts from the Configuration Management is… series I have posted on LinkedIn. These posts are not intended to limit the scope of Configuration Management, but to create awareness of the breadth of CM. Configuration Management is… #Baselines! Let’s talk about Baselines. Imagine building a house without a blueprint. Each contractor works from their own notes, making changes as they see fit. The result? A… Read More »Configuration Management is… Part 2
Status Accounting is a vital component of Configuration Management, enabling effective tracking and reporting of configuration items. It determines which items are current or obsolete, monitors changes, and ensures alignment of documents. Without it, projects face inefficiencies and risks. Clarity in status promotes better decision-making and project success.