Some Observations on a Maturity Model for CBSE

The Capability Maturity Model (proposed by SEI-CMU) does not consider component based software engineering (CBSE) principles in its considerations of levels and KPAs. It is therefore necessary to consider a model that is based on peculiarities and importance of CBSE and hence a new model under the name ICMM (Integrated Component Maturity Model) for this purpose is being proposed herein. The model, ICMM, is applicable for many types of organizations like organizations that develop components only, organizations that develop CBS or organizations that develop components along with CBS. This work starts a discussion and calls for more extensive research oriented studies by professionals and academicians for perfection of the model.