SPaMCAST 101 - Seven Deadly Sins of Measurement, Gluttony

Published: Sept. 26, 2010, 9 p.m.

SPaMCAST 101 features the second part of my Seven Deadly Sins of Measurement Programs essay.\xa0 In this installment we focus on gluttony.\xa0 I jumped over sloth as I decided it needed a rewrite (no sloth here!).\nCitrix GoToAssist Express is sponsoring SPaMCAST Solve technical issues faster with GoToAssist Express. \nAd for my book! co-authored by Murali Chematuri and myself and published by J. Ross Publishing has hit the bookshelves!\xa0 According to Robert C. Anderson, Director, Process Development and Quality Assurance, Computer Aid, Inc, "Mastering Software Project Management is a masterpiece of clarity, organization and depth of practical knowledge." If you a project manager or know project managers buy yourself a copy and a second to lend co-workers!\nHave you bought your copy?\nContact information for the Software Process and Measurement CastEmail:\xa0 Voicemail:\xa0 +1-206-888-6111Website: Twitter: Facebook:\xa0 \nConferences and Speaking Engagements in 2010 (To Date)\nOctober 7th 11:00 - 12:30 Webinar: Functional Metrics and Agile Estimation, Revisited\n\nEstimation is a lightening rod for conflicts between agile and process driven methodologies. However, times are changing, and agile is maturing.\xa0 Part of the process of maturing is the incorporation of best practices from other methods and frameworks.\xa0 In this webinar, Tom Cagley will explain how functional metrics allow you to incorporate additional process discipline into the estimation processes typically used by agile teams.\nNext!SPaMCAST 102 features my interview with Anita Cassidy.\xa0 We discussed her book "A Practical Guide to Information Systems Strategic Planning" along with how to improve value and performance of IT!