Accession Number:

ADA455859

Title:

Standard CMMI (Trademark) Appraisal Method for Process Improvement (SCAMPI) A, Version 1.2: Method Definition Document

Descriptive Note:

Final rept.

Corporate Author:

CARNEGIE-MELLON UNIV PITTSBURGH PA SOFTWARE ENGINEERING INST

Personal Author(s):

Report Date:

2006-08-01

Pagination or Media Count:

245.0

Abstract:

The Standard CMMItrademark Appraisal Method for Process Improvement SCAMPI is designed to provide benchmark quality ratings relative to Capability Maturity Model Integration CMMI models. It is applicable to a wide range of appraisal usage modes, including both internal process improvement and external capability determinations. SCAMPI satisfies all of the Appraisal Requirements for CMMI ARC requirements for a Class A appraisal method. The SCAMPI Method Definition Document describes the requirements, activities, and practices associated with each of the processes that compose the SCAMPI method. It is intended to be one of the elements of the infrastructure within which SCAMPI Lead Appraisers conduct a SCAMPI appraisal. Precise listings of required practices, parameters, and variation limits, as well as optional practices and guidance for enacting the method, are covered. An overview of the methods context, concepts, and architecture is also provided.

Descriptors:

• *MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING
• *SOFTWARE TOOLS
• HANDBOOKS
• MANAGEMENT BENCHMARKING
• PRODUCTION MODELS

Subject Categories:

• Administration and Management
• Operations Research
• Computer Programming and Software

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE