
Purpose & Scope
Learning objectives
Process and method for CM planning
Incomplete capability
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CM planning is not performed or only partially performed
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CM plans are not generated
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CM plans are generated but not used
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Being able to describe the purpose and scope of CM Planning
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Understanding the prerequisites necessary to perform CM planning
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Being able to produce a CM plan tailored to the needs and preconditions of a specific system life cycle, system engineering approach and system of interest
Performed capability
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CM planning is executed according to a policy
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CM plans are tailored according to tailoring guidelines and offer support to the users and stakeholders
Managed capabilty
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CM plans are generated at specified lifecycle stages, but offers limited support to the users and stakeholders
CM planning for the life cycle of a product is essential to achieve an effective, predictable, and repeatable CM process.
Comprehensive CM planning includes:
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Applying the appropriate level of CM functions throughout the product’s life cycle
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Implementing adequate CM policies and procedures
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Assigning CM functional responsibilities to various organisational elements
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Training of personnel with CM responsibilities and other CM stakeholders
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Selecting and applying adequate resources, including CM software tools, competences etc
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Establishing CM performance indicators to serve as a basis for continuous improvement
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Assuring supplier's Configuration Management
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Documenting the results of planning activities in a CM Plan
CMplus assets
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Process description for CM planning
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Template and guidelines for CM plan