Abstract

The basis for CMII and its underlying principles have not changed since the 6-course series leading to certification was introduced in 1986. The underlying theme is still the same; continuous improvement in the ability to accommodate change and keep requirements clear, concise and valid. Most refinements are derived from the expanded emphasis on business process infrastructure and restructuring of the CM elements therein.

As of 2008, there are over 6,000 CMII grads. Most were highly motivated to implement CMII at the time they received their certification. Prior to 2000, CMII grads were faced with two major challenges — weak management support and inadequate software tools.

Significant progress has been made in both areas since 2000. Most CMII implementations are being driven top-down rather than bottom-up and there has been tremendous improvement in the functionality of enabling software tools.

Presentations at annual CMII conferences have become almost exclusively success stories during recent years. Improvements in the CMII model and improved implementation techniques have also been significant.

This update and refresher course serves to bring our CMII grads up-to-date and reenergize their crusade to improve their CM process.


Outlines

CMII ORIENTATION
A. An Organization Runs on Requirements
B. Structuring of Requirements
C. Corrective Action, Causes and Solutions
D. Basis for the CMII Model

CMII DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
E. Development — Nine Step Process
F. Application Requirements
G. Design Basis Requirements
H. Detailed Design and Process Requirements

OTHER PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE PHASES
I. Production in Build-to-Order Environment
J. Operation and Maintenance
K. Decommissioning
L. Project Planning and Work Packages

CMII CHANGE PROCESS
M. Fast-Track Changes
N. Authorize and Control Work With Forms
O. Traceability of Changes to End-Items
P. Effectivities, Release and Effective Dates

BUSINESS CASE FOR CMII
Q. Cost of CM and Cost of Sales/Services
R. Potential for One Common CM Process
S. Best Practices per CMII
T. CMII Model and Operating Standards

TRANSITION AND APPLICATION
U. CMII Implementation Plans and Approaches
V. Select Team, Define Destination and Goals
W. Enabling Software Tools
X. Application and Performance Metrics

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