As organizations advance in practice groups in the CMMI model, what increases?

As organizations progress through the practice groups in the CMMI model, the primary focus is on improving their capabilities. The CMMI framework is designed to enhance an organization’s processes, which, in turn, leads to improved performance, productivity, and quality of outcomes. By advancing through the maturity levels, organizations adopt more rigorous process improvements and best practices, which boost their ability to manage projects, reduce risks, and produce consistent results.

This increase in capability reflects not only the enhancement of individual and team skills but also the establishment of standardized processes, integration of advanced technologies, and better alignment with organizational goals. Consequently, as organizations mature, they not only become more competent in their operations but also develop a stronger capacity to adapt to changes in the market or industry demands.

In contrast, while the other options may have some relevance, they do not align as closely with the core objective of the CMMI model. For instance, the cost of implementation may vary depending on the organization's specific context and is not a guaranteed outcome of advancing through CMMI levels. Regulatory oversight may increase due to industry demands for compliance but is not directly a result of CMMI advancement. Lastly, the number of employees can change for various reasons not necessarily tied to process capability