Must an organization possess a process for each Capability Area to adhere to CMMI practices?

An organization is not required to possess a specific process for each Capability Area to align with CMMI practices. CMMI (Capability Maturity Model Integration) is designed to be flexible and adaptable, allowing organizations to implement processes based on their particular needs and context. Instead of mandating processes for every Capability Area, it emphasizes the importance of continual improvement and maturity in the organization's processes.

This means that while an organization may choose to develop processes in certain Capability Areas to enhance its performance, it is not a strict requirement for compliance with CMMI. Organizations can focus on areas that are most relevant to their business goals or those that present the most significant opportunity for improvement, rather than trying to cover every Capability Area equally. This flexibility allows organizations to prioritize their resources and efforts effectively.