The document discusses using the Capability Maturity Model (CMM) in small organizations. It outlines the five levels of the CMM framework from initial to optimized. It notes that small organizations face challenges in using CMM as their primary objective is survival. However, small organizations know improvement is needed. The document provides guidance on tailoring CMM for small organizations by focusing on important measurements, documented essential processes, training, and risk management. It concludes that CMM provides a framework for common-sense engineering and that identifying actual improvement needs is key.