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   CM policies and guidance as described in this instructionare applicable to all CIs operated, logistically supported, stored or re-procured for replenishment of CIs by the Coast Guard.

PURPOSE. This instruction is a follow-on to references (a) and (b). This instruction establishes specific requirements and provides guidance regarding the implementation of effective Configuration Management (CM) during the sustainment life cycle phase for a Configuration Item (CI). This instruction is applicable to any operational asset, which has been identified as a CI, including platforms, systems, subsystems, equipment, computer hardware, software and firmware, facilities and other designated CIs, which are operated and/or logistically supported by the Coast Guard. Note that for the purpose of this instruction the term "operational asset" includes any asset currently being used, in operational reserve and storage or procured with the intent to place the asset in use.