What are typical evidence artifacts used to indicate Level 3 compliance?

• A. Process assets, IPM plans, integrated plan, MA data, PPQA records, baselines, change requests, and audit results.
• B. Financial statements.
• C. Marketing materials.
• D. Training schedules.

Answer: (A)

Level 3 evaluation focuses on defined and institutionally used processes across the organization. The artifacts listed—process assets, IPM plans, integrated plan, MA data, PPQA records, baselines, change requests, and audit results—are exactly the kinds of evidence that show these disciplined, organization-wide processes are in place and being followed.

Process assets capture the standardized procedures and templates the organization uses, illustrating consistency in how work is performed. IPM plans and the integrated plan demonstrate how projects are coordinated and aligned to a common, defined process across the lifecycle. MA data shows that the organization collects and analyzes quantitative information about process and project performance, a key practice for continual improvement. PPQA records provide evidence of independent checks that processes and products meet quality standards. Baselines indicate controlled, approved configurations and documents, reflecting governance over artifacts. Change requests reveal formal change control and the ability to manage process and product changes systematically. Audit results show formal verification that the defined processes are being followed and adhered to.

In contrast, items like financial statements, marketing materials, or training schedules do not directly demonstrate the defined, integrated process discipline, measurement, QA, and configuration control required to indicate Level 3 compliance.