Task: Assess PA 3.1 Process definition attribute according to the Generic Practices for PA 3.1
The previously described Managed process is now implemented using a defined process capable of achieving its process outcomes. This performance attribute is part of the Level 3 capability dimension of Established Process.

This task supports the assessment of the process and practices at the Process Capability Level 3, Established Process

The process definition attribute is a measure of the extent to which a standard process is maintained to support the deployment of the defined process. As a result of full achievement of this attribute:

a) a standard process, including appropriate tailoring guidelines, is defined

that describes the fundamental elements that must be incorporated into a defined process;

b) the sequence and interaction of the standard process with other processes are determined;

c) required competencies and roles for performing a process are identified as part of the standard process;

d) required infrastructure and work environment for performing a process are identified as part of the standard process;

e) suitable methods for monitoring the effectiveness and suitability of the process are determined.

Generic Resources for PA 3.1

Process modeling methods/tools; [PA 3.1 Achievement a, b, c, d]
Training material and courses. [PA 3.1 Achievement a, b, c]
Resource management system. [PA 3.1 Achievement b, c]
Process infrastructure. [PA 3.1 Achievement a, b]
Audit and trend analysis tools. [PA 3.1 Achievement e]
Process monitoring method. [PA 3.1 Achievement e]



Steps
GP 3.1.1 Define the standard process that will support the deployment of the defined process.

A standard process is developed that includes the fundamental process elements.

The standard process identifies the deployment needs and deployment context.

Guidance and/or procedures are provided to support implementation of the process as needed.

Appropriate tailoring guideline(s) are available as needed.

GP 3.1.2 Determine the sequence and interaction between processes so that they work as an integrated system of processes.

The standard process’s sequence and interaction with other processes are determined.

Deployment of the standard process as a defined process maintains integrity of processes.

GP 3.1.3 Identify the roles and competencies for performing the standard process.

Process performance roles are identified

Competencies for performing the process are identified.

GP 3.1.4 Identify the required infrastructure and work environment for performing the standard process.

Process infrastructure components are identified (facilities, tools, networks, methods, etc.).

Work environment requirements are identified.

GP 3.1.5 Determine suitable methods to monitor the effectiveness and suitability of the standard process.

Methods for monitoring the effectiveness and suitability of the process are determined.

Appropriate criteria and data needed to monitor the effectiveness and suitability of the process are defined.

The need to establish the characteristics of the process is considered.

The need to conduct internal audit and management review is established.

Process changes are implemented to maintain the standard process.

Key Considerations

NOTE 1 A standard process may be used as-is when deploying a defined process, in which case tailoring guidelines would not be necessary.

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