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Tag Archives: estimation
Becoming a Better Estimator
(c)2007, Dave W. Smith As software developers, and managers of software developers, we have a reputation for making pretty lousy estimates. Part of that rap is unfair; many times the requirements that we’re asked to provide estimates for are vague, … Continue reading
Estimates: Precision vs. Accuracy
©2003 Johanna Rothman www.jrothman.com Jim, a new project manager, struggled to define the project’s parameters: schedule estimate, people estimate, requirements outline, and necessary capital equipment. Jim proudly walked into his manager’s office, and proceeded to walk through his project plan … Continue reading
Use All Four Parts of Project Estimation
©2004 Johanna Rothman. Project work estimation has three components: the initial first cut, commonly known as a SWAG (Scientific Wild Ass Guess), tracking the estimate against the actuals, and using the schedule to see what’s happening in your project. If … Continue reading