Gigster METRX Case Study on Software Productivity

This case study presents Gigster's METRX solution, which aims to enhance productivity within software engineering teams by utilizing data-driven methodologies. The document outlines how the METRX solution guarantees a threefold return on investment (ROI) by enabling leadership to make informed decisions based on objective data regarding developer productivity. It details the algorithm employed by METRX, which assesses 23 unique productivity traits of software developers, allowing for the identification of top and bottom performers. The findings from a recent evaluation of a team of 70 engineers revealed significant performance disparities, with the top 10 engineers accounting for 59% of overall productivity. Additionally, the study highlights challenges faced by an ERP company, including low code contribution rates and security vulnerabilities in their codebase. The METRX evaluation also uncovered outdated code and inefficiencies in resource allocation, emphasizing the need for strategic improvements in software development practices.