Configuration Item (CI)
Last updated: July 20, 2023
A configuration of hardware, software, firmware,
functions and/or processes which, as a complete entity, is identifiable as an
item of which the composition, functional and/or physical characteristics can
be altered. These alterations to the item must be known and controlled for the
design, integration, operational application and logistic support of the item.
A configuration item is identified in
AssetWise with a prime identifier and a version
number.
See also CONFIGURATION, CONFIGURATION CONTROL, CONFIGURATION IDENTIFICATION, FIRMWARE, FUNCTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS, HARDWARE, ITEM, MODIFICATION, PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS, PROCESS, SOFTWARE, and VERSION.