Leveraging the Power of Historical Data Through the Use of Trend Lines By Taylor Putnam (May 24, 2017) This article discusses (1) some of the challenges faced throughout the DoD's initiative to improve its software estimation process by leveraging historical data, (2) the data collection process used, and (3) how one can leverage data to improve software cost estimates. This article was originally published in Crosstalk Magazine.
Using Software Project Metrics By Donald Beckett (November 15, 2016) Software project measurement can be used to determine your current capabilities and assess project plan feasibility.
10 Steps to Better Software Project Metrics By Carol Dekkers (August 13, 2015) How to build and maintain effective software process analytics
Estimate Before, During, and After the Software Project By Larry Putnam Jr (October 15, 2014) Feasibility studies, continuous forecasts, and creating benchmarks are three basic rules to help you and your PMO get the most out of estimating efforts.