Flow Metrics: Three Anti-Patterns to Avoid

Value stream management is becoming more popular in software delivery organizations of large enterprises and government agencies, and Flow Metrics are a major part of measuring improvement. However, common anti-patterns can arise, such as excluding parts of the value stream when measuring or delaying action due to perceived data hygiene. Another issue is being content with the speed of completed work, without realizing that it is rushed at the expense of other commitments. The article offers tips to avoid these anti-patterns and improve flow, with humor to help diffuse any situations that may arise.