## Introduction

CNCF's initial [Platforms White Paper](https://tag-app-delivery.cncf.io/whitepapers/platforms/) describes what internal platforms for cloud computing are and the values they promise to deliver to enterprises. But to achieve those values an organization must reflect and deliberately pursue outcomes and practices that are impactful for them, keeping in mind that every organization relies on an internal platform crafted for its own organization - even if that platform is just documentation on how to use third party services. This maturity model provides a framework for that reflection and for identifying opportunities for improvement in any organization.