If your organization is looking to pursue CMMI appraisals for the first time or renew your certification, you may have some misconceptions about the CMMI framework. At LAYERMARK’s CMMI Academy, we’re here to dispel some common myths and share the facts about how CMMI can benefit organizations of all sizes across industries.
Myth
CMMI is only for huge companies.
Reality: CMMI helps organizations of all sizes improve performance, from startups to the Fortune 500. In fact, 90% of recent CMMI appraisals were for units with under 100 employees. CMMI has empowered over 19,000 organizations worldwide.
Myth
CMMI just applies to software development and government contractors.
Reality: While CMMI started in software, it has evolved to improve performance in many areas beyond software – including people, data, safety, security, acquisition, and more. CMMI helps with cost management, customer satisfaction, productivity, project management, and cybersecurity, to name a few.
Myth
You have to adopt every part of CMMI across your whole organization.
Reality: Organizations can strategically adopt the parts of CMMI that provide the most value for their needs. CMMI has 31 practice areas to choose from. Expert CMMI Partners can help you prioritize improvement targets and apply the model in phases.
Myth
CMMI doesn’t work with Agile, ISO, and other methodologies.
Reality: CMMI aligns well with and complements multiple standards, frameworks, and methodologies. It fills gaps by addressing how to manage and continuously improve work. CMMI ensures organizations sustain enhanced performance.
Myth
CMMI appraisals are time-consuming, checkbox audits.
Reality: The time invested in CMMI reflects your organization’s commitment to setting goals, measuring valuable improvements, and achieving ROI. CMMI enforces persistent best practices, so improvement is an ongoing process, not a one-time event.
Myth
CMMI is outdated and old-school.
Reality: CMMI is continually updated and expanded based on the latest industry best practices. CMMI V3.0, launched in 2023, includes a new credentialing pathway, enhanced flexibility, and significant content updates to meet today’s business needs.
Contact LAYERMARK’s CMMI Academy to learn more about how CMMI can help your organization achieve its goals through continuous performance improvement. Our experts are ready to guide you through the flexible, practical CMMI framework.
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