Track
Cycle time, deployment frequency, incident recovery, escaped defects.
Insight
Engineering metrics that matter (and which to ignore)
Most teams track too much and improve too little. Focus on cycle time, throughput, and escaped defects first.
Avoid vanity
Story points closed and utilization targets as performance proxies.
Use weekly
Run one weekly review with actions assigned per metric movement.
Quick FAQ
Should we adopt DORA immediately?
Use DORA where helpful, but keep the dashboard lean and action-oriented.
How many metrics are enough?
Three to five lead metrics is enough for most teams.
Related: Why Delivery Timelines Slip