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Why Industry DORA Benchmarks Are Misleading (And What to Measure Instead)
Industry DORA benchmarks compare apples to oranges. Learn why intent-based metrics give you a more accurate picture of your team's delivery performance.
The SPACE Framework: A Practical Guide for Engineering Managers
Go beyond velocity metrics with the SPACE framework. A practical guide to measuring Satisfaction, Performance, Activity, Communication, and Efficiency.
How to Run Developer Surveys That People Actually Complete
Most developer surveys get low response rates. Here are the design principles that get people to actually fill them out, and give you answers you can use.
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Why Industry DORA Benchmarks Are Misleading (And What to Measure Instead)
Industry DORA benchmarks compare apples to oranges. Learn why intent-based metrics give you a more accurate picture of your team's delivery performance.
The SPACE Framework: A Practical Guide for Engineering Managers
Go beyond velocity metrics with the SPACE framework. A practical guide to measuring Satisfaction, Performance, Activity, Communication, and Efficiency.
How to Run Developer Surveys That People Actually Complete
Most developer surveys get low response rates. Here are the design principles that get people to actually fill them out, and give you answers you can use.
Intent-Based Metrics: Measuring Your Team Against Its Own Goals
Stop measuring against external benchmarks. Intent-based metrics evaluate your team's delivery against what it actually planned to achieve.
CD vs. Scheduled Releases: Choosing the Right Delivery Model
Not every team should deploy continuously. Learn when continuous deployment, scheduled releases, or event-driven delivery is the right choice.
eNPS for Engineering Teams: What the Score Actually Tells You
Employee Net Promoter Score is more than just a metric. Learn how to use eNPS effectively to improve developer satisfaction and retention.
Put these ideas into practice
See how CompassHQ implements intent-based metrics, SPACE surveys, and strategic alignment.