The Umpire CMG (Coordinate Measuring Gauge) is developed to be a true production shop-floor flexible gauge. Designed with Machine Tool characteristics, the Umpire is a no compromise economically priced CNC unit which is significantly easier to justify than the traditional bridge CMM product offerings. Complete with fully integrated CAD based metrology software, the Umpire can be programmed away from the harsh production environment and is a revolution in the application of CMM technology.