Hey there, Brian from High-Performance Software Development here. Today, I want to share a quick thought about the difference between objectives and outcomes in the software development process.
Often, we focus too heavily on objectives – things like how many story points we’re completing or how many tasks we’re checking off our list. While these metrics can be useful, they don’t always align with the true outcome we’re striving for.
Instead of getting caught up in these objectives, we need to keep the desired outcome at the forefront of our minds. Ask yourself, what’s the result of completing 50 story points or two weeks of development work? What value are we actually delivering to our users or customers?
To achieve high-performance software development, we must identify the critical path – the sequence of tasks that will allow us to deliver value as quickly and effectively as possible. Don’t let your objectives distract you from your ultimate outcomes.
Ensure that your objectives are aligned with your outcomes, rather than just serving as a corporate measure of progress or productivity. Your productivity should be directly tied to the results you’re aiming to achieve.
Always keep in mind the final outcome you want, the purpose behind what you’re building, and how it contributes to the overall success of your project or business.
God bless you, have a great day, and enjoy your weekend. We’ll talk again next week!
Brian with High-Performance Software Development
https://highperformancesoftwaredevelopment.com
Objective vs. Outcome
