Company
Date Published
Author
Jacob Schmitt
Word count
2861
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

The text discusses the importance of effectively measuring the success of microservices migrations, emphasizing that technical completion alone does not equate to success. It outlines a comprehensive approach to evaluation that encompasses technical, business, operational, and organizational dimensions to ensure that migration efforts align with and deliver on organizational goals. The text stresses the need for a balanced measurement framework that includes both quantitative and qualitative metrics, which helps organizations track progress, make data-driven adjustments, and demonstrate the value of their investments. It also warns against common pitfalls such as focusing solely on technical metrics, measuring activity instead of outcomes, and neglecting baseline measurements, advocating for a thoughtful and consistent measurement methodology that supports decision-making and maintains stakeholder confidence throughout the transformation process.