Podcasts Technology Software Process and Measurement Cast SPaMCAST 187 - Who Owns Estimation In Agile Projects, Part 1

SPaMCAST 187 - Who Owns Estimation In Agile Projects, Part 1

Published: May 20, 2012, 10:18 p.m.

b'Welcome to the Software Process and Measurement Cast 187!\\nThe Software Process and Measurement Cast 187 features my essay on the roles of the PMO and agile team in Agile Estimation. I hope we will all still be friends when I am done.\\nThe essay begins:\\nWhy is the matter of who owns estimation in an agile project (or any type of project) a discussion that generates passion? \\xa0In simplest terms, he who owns the estimate, owns the project agenda. The effect of having the wrong person or group \\u201cown\\u201d estimate can impact a wide range of behaviors and commitment. \\xa0As we all know, budgets, estimates and plans are often construed as commitments, etched in stone, which may or may not make sense to those who actually have to design, code or test. \\xa0The many forms of estimation are an integral part of the project landscape getting ownership right will have an impact on motivation, productivity and quality.\\n\\nShameless Ad for my book!\\xa0 co-authored by Murali Chematuri and myself and published by J. Ross Publishing. We have received unsolicited reviews like the following: "This book will prove that software projects should not be a tedious process, neither for you or your team."\\xa0?\\n\\nContact information for the Software Process and Measurement CastEmail: \\xa0spamcastinfo@gmail.comVoicemail: \\xa0+1-206-888-6111Website: www.spamcast.netTwitter: www.twitter.com/tcagleyFacebook: \\xa0http://bit.ly/16fBWV\\n\\nNext\\nThe Software Process and Measurement Cast 188 will feature my interview with Siraj Sirajuddin. \\xa0We discussed agile, organizational change, listening, philosophy and a ton more.'