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Does it ever strike you how often the term “agile” is misused? Sometimes it feels like a clumsy attempt to justify a complete lack of project management basics, or worse, to cover for the absence of a clear, structured approach. Recently, I heard someone say, “Well, let’s just be agile about it,” and instead of reaching for aspirin, I grabbed a pen and paper to set the record straight and start documenting "Myths and Legends of Agile"....
A brand-new play by Urban Theater, Richter’s Fairytale, has recently seen the projector light, and I feel compelled, even morally obliged, to tell you about it! Like the other play of the ensemble, The Red Folder, it boasts a few heuristics that will enrich the toolkit of an open-minded project manager. Moreover, the play transmits a couple of very powerful messages that I must pass on. Finally, several shows are scheduled for September and October, and there is hardly anything better than soft, dimming theater lights on a rainy autumn day… So without further ado: please enjoy Richter’s Fairytale and the Power of the Due Date....
In the context of an exciting project for an OEM manufacturer, we are creating a CRM system with an accompanying dashboard, which includes various metrics and KPIs. At some point, it became apparent that there was a lack of common understanding about the difference between metrics and KPIs. However, this understanding is crucial. Being able to differentiate between both is indispensable for the ability to create such a CRM and dashboard that would help the organization reach its strategic targets. Moreover, asking around, I realized the lack of clear distinction existed also outside of our team, as both concepts were largely treated as synonyms. Thus, I decided this would be a good couple of terms for the next “Definition Game.” So, without further ado: Metrics & KPIs....