The Configuration Management (CM) Subgroup is comprised of CM practitioners representing a wide variety of Department of Energy (DOE) Contractor-managed sites. The goal of CM is to identify important structures, systems and components (SSCs), know their requirements, control changes, and maintain accurate technical documentation.  Or more formally stated, CM is an integrated management process that establishes 1) the requirements, 2) the design/operations documentation, and 3) the physical/functional configuration of SSCs; maintaining consistency among these items as changes are made.

Because CM is applied throughout the lifecycle (design/construction phase, operations phase, D&D phase) of a DOE facility, each practitioner brings some experiences unique to his/her facility; however many of the CM issues and problems encountered at DOE facilities are often common. It is the purpose and intent of this group to:

• Identify areas of collective interest to develop guidance and direction in a team approach.

• Serve as a network for member use for real-time problem discussion and sharing of resources and methodologies.

The purpose of this Knowledge Portal is to provide a vehicle to allow members of the Configuration Management community to keep abreast of the latest Configuration Management related news, issues, and events across the DOE complex; for the sharing of innovative ideas and practices; and to collaborate virtually on the development and implementation of new Configuration Management practices and processes.

Engineering Practices Working Group Org Chart, Effective 05/18/12