February 2, 2007
Abstract
Many defense contractors and commercial organizations have adopted the Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI). Published results at Levels 2 and 3 show improved cost and schedule performance, and higher quality delivered products. But the perception exists that high maturity is expensive and of little benefit. Do high maturity processes cost more? Is Level 4 and 5 worth the effort?
This presentation will explore the issues, by examining the fundamental principles behind high maturity. Costs and benefits will be emphasized. Techniques for ensuring the promised benefits are received will be highlighted.
Your Presenter: Dr. Rick Hefner has over 30 years of experience in software development, research, and management, and has served in industrial, academic, and government positions. He has over 80 publications, and is an SEI-authorized Instructor, CMMI Lead Appraiser, and Six Sigma Black Belt.
Dr. Hefner currently serves as the Director of Process Management at Northrop Grumman. Northrop Grumman has been an industry leader in CMMI adoption, and over 35 Northrop Grumman organizations have been externally appraised at CMMI Level 5.
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Logistics
Location:Northrop Grumman E2 Presentation Center (in tall building off of Entrance 2), Redondo Beach, CA (formerly TRW) - 2299 Marine Ave., Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Directions: Take the 405 Inglewood exit (southbound it's the exit after Rosecrans East, northbound it's the exit just after Hawthorne) and go north on Inglewood Avenue (southbound, turn left at the end of the ramp, northbound, turn right). Turn left at Marine. Continue West under the freeway past the railroad tracks three lights to Simon Ramo Drive. E2 is on the tall white building to the LEFT, past the shorter presentation building. (See page 733 A5 of the Thomas Brothers Guide.)
Time: 9 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Admission: Free
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