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The Challenge of Metrics Implementation
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@MISC{Iversen_thechallenge,
author = {Jakob H. Iversen and Karlheinz Kautz},
title = {The Challenge of Metrics Implementation},
year = {}
}
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Abstract
This paper describes ten principles that may be valuable to a metrics implementation effort. The principles are based on the authors' practical experiences with metrics implementation in different companies. the principles are thought to be of assistance as a guideline for companies wishing to implement metrics, and they are therefore presented as a pragmatic approach to metrics and are illustrated with examples from the companies. Keywords: Metrics, software process improvement, software development 1. Introduction Metrics programs are a vital part of every serious software process improvement endeavor. Despite the reports on successful metrics implementation (Fenton & Pfleeger, 1997; Dekkers, 1999; Weinberg, 1993; Carleton, 1992), most companies experience great difficulties when trying to implement a metrics program as part of their software process improvement activities. Does this mean that the many experts that write the books and recommendations are wrong? Likely not. The trut...
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