1. inventory: documentation of all current processes and practices, including the collection of information on process flows, responsibilities and existing quality measures. 
    
2. ASPICE assessment: Comparison of documented processes with ASPICE requirements using ASPICE Process Reference Models (PRM) and Process Assessment Models (PAM) as benchmarks. 
    
3. identification of weaknesses: Identification of areas where processes do not comply with ASPICE standards. These weaknesses form the basis for further improvements.

A detailed GAP analysis provides a clear picture of the company's situation and what measures are required to achieve the ASPICE objectives.

1. measures: Definition of clear measures based on the weaknesses found in the GAP analysis.
2. responsibilities: Assigning actions to appropriate teams or individuals and ensuring that everyone knows their role and responsibilities.
3. resource planning: identifying and committing the required resources, including personnel, time and financial resources, and planning for additional training and tools that are required.
4. schedule: Creation of a realistic timeline that maps the implementation of measures and achievement of milestones including target dates and prioritisation for addressing weaknesses.
5. risk management: analysing potential risks and developing strategies to counter them. This could include adapting the plan over time.

A well-thought-out action plan ensures that everyone involved knows what needs to be done and when, and provides a clear structure for the implementation process.

1. needs analysis: identify employees' training and counselling needs. What knowledge and skills are missing for the development of new processes or the further development of existing processes?
2. training programme: development of a comprehensive training and consulting programme including roadmaps, covering both theoretical and practical aspects (piloting). Utilisation of various methods such as workshops, training courses and individual coaching.
3. on-the-job training: application of the new processes in real projects. This helps employees to directly apply and consolidate what they have learnt.
4. continuous support: provision of continuous support and feedback. This ensures that employees can ask questions and receive support at any time.
5. measurement of success: regular evaluation of the success of the training measures and adjustment if necessary.

Targeted coaching and comprehensive consulting ensure that employees not only acquire theoretical knowledge, but can also apply it in practice.

1. preparation: defining the scope and criteria of the assessment and ensuring that all relevant processes and documentation are available.
2. internal assessments: conducting internal assessments to check the conformity of the processes. Use the results to identify weaknesses and implement improvements.
3. external assessments: commissioning independent external assessors to objectively evaluate the processes. These assessors bring an external perspective and additional expertise.
4. assessment and report: Compilation of a comprehensive assessment report documenting the strengths and weaknesses of the processes. Use this report as a basis for further improvements.
5. continuous improvement: implementation of a continuous improvement process to ensure that processes are constantly developed and optimised.

An assessment ensures that the processes comply with the ASPICE standard and is the basis for sustainable improvements.