Standard CMMI Appraisal Method for Process Improvement (SCAMPI)

1.2.2 Identify Needed Resources (continued)
Implementation
Guidance
Appraisal resources are typically defined early in the appraisal-planning
process. Identifying resources goes hand in hand with estimating appraisal
cost and schedule (see activity 1.2.3), and these may be iteratively refined.
Tradeoffs are routinely made in light of the appraisal objectives and
constraints.
The appraisal sponsor or senior site manager may identify candidate appraisal
team members and appraisal participants. Review of the organizational unit
structure or other site-specific information can also be useful for this. Initially,
participants can be specified in terms of roles or responsibilities, with specific
names to be determined later. Process 1.3 contains additional guidance on
selecting appraisal team members.
Equipment and facilities are often negotiated with the organizational unit
where the appraisal on-site activities will be performed, but sometimes these
must be acquired. A room for dedicated use by the appraisal team is usually
necessary for private discussions and to protect the confidentiality of appraisal
data. Ideally, this is separate from the other rooms where interview sessions
are held.
The availability of computing resources, such as computers, printers, and
networks, is a key consideration that should be planned and understood.
Access to special tools or applications may also be needed.
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