Are We There Yet? Preparing for An Assessment
Consider dry run assessment or early peek with an expert (minimum 3-9 months in advance)
Set dates for assessment 1.5 - 3 months in advance
- Usually specific projects selected much earlier
- Select a point of contact who will lead preparation/coordination
- Sponsor must attend certain events
- Getting on calendars, collecting documentation
- Rooms and team members for a week
Baseline: 5 day on site period for CMM Level 3 rating
When PRC runs an assessment for a client, we have a workshop, checklists, and other materials
Don’t assess if unwilling to learn and act on weaknesses; there are always some, even when you get to Level 5