Capability Viewpoint Models
The capability models describe capability taxonomy and evolutions. They address the concern of Capacity portfolio managers.
To manage the risks of complex procurements, there is a need to provide visualizations of the evolving capabilities so that Portfolio managers can synchronize the introduction of capability increments across a portfolio of projects.
Another justification for the capability viewpoint is the increasing importance of transformational programs within the DoD.
The concept of capability allows one to answer several questions such as:
• How does a particular capability or capabilities support the overall mission/vision?
• What outcomes are expected to be achieved by a particular capability or set of capabilities?
• What services are required to support a capability?
• What is the functional scope and organizational span of a capability or set of capabilities?
• What is our current set of capabilities that we are managing as part of a portfolio?