Selecting the appropriate software Configuration Management® tool involves an analysis of an organization’s complete development process, including the following areas:

• Requirements management
• Change control
• Issue tracking
• Build and Release
• Software test

The software development environment itself, which includes all tools used to produce software, is also analyzed. The client's business needs are the first consideration in CMI's proprietary Tool Selection process. CMI provides clear comparisons of the leading Configuration Management® tools, as well as other tools that constitute the environment. We recommend the CM tool that best facilitates an automated software development process for the organization.

The Tool Selection process normally begins with a Health Assessment in order to gather information, analyze the environment, and provide an outline of the software development process.

CMI's proprietary process uses objective, weighted criteria for CM tool comparisons based on CMI's extensive experience and knowledge of these tools. An unbiased analysis and recommendation ensures the right tool for your particular environment.