DORA Metrics: Using Big Picture Measures to Effect Positive Change
Engineering metrics can be an incredibly useful tool for driving organizational improvement, but they can also be harmful when used without the proper care.
In this CTO Craft Byte, Virginia Toombs, VP of Engineering Operations at EverQuote, discusses how her team created a positive, data-driven culture using DORA’s efficiency and speed metrics - Mean Lead Time for Changes and Deployment Frequency - as a foundation. With big-picture DORA measures, the team at EverQuote is able to step back and take a holistic look at their software delivery practices, working together as a team to make improvements. The metrics also help create a shared language, making it easier to communicate effectively with business partners and key stakeholders.
About Virginia Toombs
Currently serving as VP, of Engineering Operations at Everquote, my journey in the tech world began over two decades ago at Liberty Mutual, where I worked as a Software Engineer, Systems Analyst, and Delivery Lead. This provided me with invaluable experience in all aspects of software development, honing skills and expertise in delivering successful solutions through collaborative techniques and a deep understanding of the software development lifecycle.
Throughout my career, I’ve been passionate about helping engineering teams excel in their efforts to deliver exceptional value to customers. I feel strongly about the importance of aligning technical initiatives with business objectives, and my leadership style focuses on inspiring, motivating and empowering, enabling teams to thrive and meet the evolving needs of their customers.
My focus in Everquote is very much building a team-first culture, and on helping teams use tools and techniques to constantly improve and adapt. I love what I do, and want to enable others to feel the same!
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3 окт 2024
