Software Configuration Management provides step-by-step guidance for identifying the items of a software system that are subject to change during the system life cycle. It defines procedures for the systematic evaluation, coordination, approval or disapproval, and implementation of all changes to the software configuration. The guide also prescribes procedures for administrative tracking and reporting of all software items identified and controlled, and establishes criteria for verifying and validating the software configuration. Special features include: Extensively illustrated guidelines for process monitoring suggestions for formats and reporting styles; How-to guidelines for setting up SCM accounting/auditing procedures; Excellent tie-ins for SCM procedures with the software development life cycle.