To meet CMMI practices, must an organization have a process for each Capability Area?

The concept within CMMI emphasizes that an organization does not necessarily need to have a distinct process for each Capability Area to meet the model's practices. Instead, organizations are encouraged to tailor their processes to reflect their unique needs, objectives, and context. In other words, while having defined processes can enhance maturity and capability, it is not a strict requirement that every Capability Area must have a dedicated process.

Moreover, CMMI is designed to be flexible and scalable, allowing organizations to implement practices they find relevant while focusing on their overall improvement goals. This adaptability means that organizations can choose to integrate multiple Capability Areas into a broader process or focus on specific areas that are most impactful for them.

This approach supports continuous improvement and ensures that organizations can progress through the maturity levels without being burdened by the necessity of detailed, separate processes for every Capability Area.