Developers use many different metrics to measure code health, team productivity and delivery progress. Code coverage, Velocity, Cycle Time and Change Failure Rate are all good examples. However, in my opinion and experience, Flow Efficiency of software development processes is an infrequently used metric which offers the most significant insights of all. That is, how … Read more
In the bygone era of manufacturing, executives could simply walk the factory floor to gauge progress and identify problems. The sight of production lines in motion provided a tangible representation of work in progress. Executives could witness the assembly of products, observe the movement of materials, and identify bottlenecks with their own eyes. This visibility … Read more
Software engineering leaders face a unique and difficult challenge: they are accountable for both the technical intricacies of development and the strategic imperatives of the business. Compounding this challenge is the inherent invisibility of software development, which often leaves business executives perplexed and disconnected from the realities of the development process. This disconnect frequently leads … Read more
In the dynamic realm of software development, success is rarely dependent on individual developers but more on the collective efforts of development teams. The ability of teams to collaborate effectively, streamline workflows, and deliver value to stakeholders is paramount. However, achieving such cohesion and efficiency can be challenging amidst the complexities of modern software development. … Read more
