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Concepts

The digital transformation landscape is filled with unique terminology and buzzwords that can often feel overwhelming.

This section is designed to clarify key concepts and provide a clear understanding of the common terms used in the industry. Whether you're new to digital transformation or looking to deepen your knowledge, this glossary will serve as a helpful reference to the most important terms and concepts.

Capability

means in simpler teams, your team ability to deliver IT functions related, that assists organization in delivering its services.

Capability Level

This ability or capability is usually measured by how effectively it’s being carried out. You can think of it like a progress bar showing the level of sophistication achieved.

A common way to measure sophistication is through a scaled system known as the Maturity Model, developed by the CMMI Institute. It helps assess an organization’s capability on a scale of 1 to 5, where each level represents a step towards greater efficiency and effectiveness.

LevelNameDescription
0UnusedNo usage for processes has not been needed.
1InitialProcesses are unpredictable and reactive, often driven by individual effort.
2ManagedBasic processes are established and repeated, but often remain reactive.
3DefinedProcesses are more proactive, standardized, and documented across the organization.
4MeasuredProcesses are measured and controlled with data-driven insights.
5OptimizingProcesses are continuously improved based on feedback and innovation.

This description simplifies the concept of the Maturity Model while making it easy to understand how the levels relate to organizational sophistication.