Configuration Tracking
Track systematically and manage changes and revisions in software projects to ensure that all changes are accounted for and to protect assets against unauthorized change, diversion and inappropriate use
Type
Domain
Competency Area
Development and Implementation
Levels
Label, track and document all configuration items and changes to software projects using standardised templates
Label all configuration items according to set instructions and templates
Track configuration items, components and changes
Document changes to software projects using standard tools and templates
Perform regular checks on configuration and report unauthorised changes, diversions or inappropriate use of software products
Verify accuracy, completeness and currency of information in configuration logs
Review key information on configuration items
Track baselines for configuration items
Generate reports on configuration status for tracking software project progress
Verify for accuracy, and completeness of information in configuration logs and records
Review software assets where unauthorised changes, diversions or inappropriate use has occurred
Develop and update a configuration management plan, determining systems and techniques
Develop a configuration management plan to oversee the systematic tracking, control and management of changes in software projects
Develop identification standards for naming and version control of software documentation
Select appropriate systems, tools and techniques to track changes and revisions
Update configuration management plan to account for key enhancements or updates to software assets
Develop policies, processes and guidelines for the organisation's configuration management and tracking
Develop guidelines for the consistent classification and management of configuration items
Develop policies for the retention of baseline copies
Facilitate to oversee the organisation's configuration management and tracking system
Establish processes for the verification and audit of configuration records
Establish compliance standards to account for all changes to software products