Software Configuration Management (SCM) Resources
Software configuration management is a critical component of the application development process. MKS has put together the following quality resources to assist developers with this often challenging task.
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Effective SCM encompasses the following seven aspects:
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Recommended MKS Tools:
The MKS Integrity Suite is a suite of products built on the most advanced architecture on the market today, providing robust software configuration management coupled with highly flexible process and workflow. It is ideally suited to the needs of global IT teams who can leverage existing technology investments and skills, enhance development team productivity and increase overall software quality, ultimately accelerating time to market, increasing revenues and reducing overall business risk.
MKS Integrity Suite manages change from requirements capture through the complete software development lifecycle. With a single repository and tracking system for change across all major computing platforms: Windows, UNIX, Linux, iSeries (AS/400), and zSeries (mainframe), you gain complete auditability and traceability for software development across the enterprise. Increase productivity and repeatability through process automation and global team collaboration.
Recommended Articles:
"Configuration Management: How to ensure that your CM system will
function fully and correctly,"
- StickyMinds.com
"SCM Helps
Build Better Apps Faster,"
- Application Development Trends
Magazine
"SCM Refactoring,"
- MKS White Paper
"Scalable Process for Enterprise
Software Development: Standardizing SCM and Change Management Tools for Maximum
Advantage,"
- MKS White Paper
"IT Governance and the Role of Enterprise SCM and Process Best Practices,"
- Exclusive Webinar with Gartner,
Sponsored by MKS
Other Recommended Resources:
CM Crossroads
– Configuration Management news, discussion forums, job listings, and more.
CM Bubbles
– General configuration management information.
CM Resource Guide - Online guide to everything CM.
CM Today - Daily configuration management news.
Configuration Management Yellow Pages - Comprehensive listing of configuration management software, conferences, jobs, consultants, and more.
Software Configuration Management Definitions - Definitions of SCM according to various organizations and sources, compiled by Brad Appleton.
Resources on Other Topics:
Software Configuration Management (SCM)
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
