SPaMCAST 101 - Seven Deadly Sins of Measurement, Gluttony

SPaMCAST 101 features the second part of my Seven Deadly Sins of Measurement Programs essay. In this installment we focus on gluttony. I jumped over sloth as I decided it needed a rewrite (no sloth here!). Citrix GoToAssist Express is sponsoring SPaMCAST Solve technical issues faster with GoToAssist Express. Try it FREE for 30 days. Ad for my book! Mastering Software Project Management: Best Practices, Tools and Techniques co-authored by Murali Chematuri and myself and published by J. Ross Publishing has hit the bookshelves! 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! Have you bought your copy? Contact information for the Software Process and Measurement CastEmail: [email protected]: +1-206-888-6111Website: www.spamcast.netTwitter: www.twitter.com/tcagleyFacebook: http://bit.ly/16fBWV Conferences and Speaking Engagements in 2010 (To Date) October 7th 11:00 - 12:30 Webinar: Functional Metrics and Agile Estimation, Revisited Register here! Estimation is a lightening rod for conflicts between agile and process driven methodologies. However, times are changing, and agile is maturing. Part of the process of maturing is the incorporation of best practices from other methods and frameworks. 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. Next!SPaMCAST 102 features my interview with Anita Cassidy. We discussed her book "A Practical Guide to Information Systems Strategic Planning" along with how to improve value and performance of IT!