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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.
Managing Change Successfully in a Collaborative Workspace
The article critiques traditional change management methods, emphasizing the advantages of collaborative workspaces over classic file check-in/check-out systems. It discusses challenges such as data consistency, real-time collaboration, and workflow traceability while advocating for flexible data models and robust integration. Successful implementation requires a supportive mindset and proper tools.
Using the right Metrics in Configuration Management
The use of metrics in configuration management is crucial for continuous improvement, yet poor choices can lead to ineffective outcomes. Key metrics examined include cycle time and non-conformance rates, emphasizing the importance of measuring actual versus planned metrics. Understanding product lifecycle stages also guides the appropriate application of metrics for effective change management.
Configuration Management is… Impact Analysis!
Impact Analysis is crucial in the Change Process, assessing both technical and business impacts of changes. It aids decision-making by evaluating costs and benefits, and addressing potential consequences of not implementing changes. Effective impact analysis can prevent poor decisions that lead to negative outcomes and delays, promoting valuable organizational changes.
Precise Bill of Materials Don’t Exist
There is no such thing as precise bill of materials, they do not exist! So there I said it… Well this does require a little bit of explanation and nuance. In one of my previous articles I wrote about Parts don’t have Revisions, where I explained the different data models in PLM, ERP and CM2. Here is a quick refresher of the different setups (for more details check the article): All above models… Read More »Precise Bill of Materials Don’t Exist
Configuration Management is …
Next to this newsletter I have been posting a new series of posts on my blog mdux.net and LinkedIn. The Configuration Management is… series posts are not intended to limit the scope of Configuration Management, but to create awareness of the breadth of CM. Each of these elements is part of good Configuration Management Practice.
A day in the life of a Configuration and Technical Change Manager in an Agile Organization.
The fourth edition of the CM+Agile series highlights a day in the life of a Configuration and Technical Change Manager at an agile car software company. It emphasizes the importance of reliable data in managing software releases, effective change management, and the critical role of Configuration Management in ensuring product quality and timely delivery, amidst challenges faced during development.
Configuration Management is… Change Control
The post emphasizes the importance of configuration management and change control in ensuring effective improvements. It highlights that while change is necessary for value creation, it’s crucial to manage these changes efficiently to minimize waste and focus on impactful modifications. Engaging in these practices leads to better outcomes and control.
The CrowdStrike wake-up call
A CrowdStrike update on July 19, 2024, affected 8.5 million Windows computers, causing significant disruptions including delayed medical treatments and emergency services. The estimated cost for Fortune 500 companies is $5.4 billion. This incident, part of a pattern of similar issues, raises questions about the effectiveness of their DevSecOps practices and configuration management.