Standard CMMI Appraisal Method for Process Improvement (SCAMPI)

3.1.1 Present Final Findings (continued)
Implementation
Guidance
A template for a final findings briefing, describing its typical contents and
format, is provided to Lead Appraisers as a work aid by the CMMI Steward.
Findings include a summary of strengths and weaknesses determined for each
PA within the appraisal reference model scope. This may also include global
findings that apply across multiple PAs, and non-reference model findings
that affect the implementation (positively or negatively) of associated
processes within the organizational unit.
Normally, the appraisal team leader presents the final findings. In some
applications of the method for internal process improvement, the team may
elect to have an appraisal team member from the organizational unit provide
the briefing to encourage the acceptance of the final findings and ownership
of the appraisal results for follow-on action.
As a courtesy, the appraisal team can consider informing the appraisal
sponsor and/or the senior site manager of the appraisal results prior to
presenting them publicly in the final findings briefing. This may help them to
avoid surprises and obtain feedback on ways to present the findings that best
meet the needs of the sponsor, appraisal participants, and the organizational
unit. See activity 3.1.2, Conduct Executive Session(s) for a description of
topics for discussion.
The number and scope of findings reported will affect the impact of appraisal
results, whether or not the team intends for this to happen. There are times
when providing a long list of details is beneficial. Other times, high-level
summaries are more appropriate.
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