ABSTRACT
The deployment process includes many of the configuration management (CM) tasks and programs. Deployment is a process that is repeated over and over as new software and hardware is introduced to the infrastructure to address business needs. The deployment process is very straightforward, but the details and how an organization actually implements them are complex. Many organizations neglect to follow the process and have issues with deployment because of the omission of critical steps. But dismissing certain steps as too costly or ineffective will later prove to be a poor decision. The steps exist to ensure that there is accountability and supportability in the deployment process. The deployment process is shown in Figure 8.1.
