CMMI Level 1-5

CMMI levels measure an organization's process maturity. Level 1 (Initial) is unpredictable and reactive, with ad hoc processes. Level 2 (Managed) establishes basic project management to ensure consistency. Level 3 (Defined) standardizes processes across projects, making workflows more reliable. Level 4 (Quantitatively Managed) uses data to control and improve processes systematically. Level 5 (Optimizing) focuses on continuous innovation and process improvement, striving for the highest quality and efficiency. These levels help organizations improve performance, reduce risks, and deliver better results over time.