How are related Practice Areas organized in the CMMI framework?

In the CMMI framework, related Practice Areas are organized into Capability Areas to promote a cohesive understanding of practices that are interrelated and often support common goals. Each Capability Area encompasses various Practice Areas that collectively contribute to a particular aspect of process improvement and maturity. This organization helps organizations streamline their focus on relevant practices, making it easier to implement and assess improvements in a structured manner.

Grouping Practice Areas into Capability Areas facilitates more effective training, implementation, and evaluation. It allows practitioners to see the broader context of how different practices relate to one another and how they can work together to enhance overall organizational performance. By having a structured grouping, the framework emphasizes the importance of integrating different processes rather than viewing them in isolation.