We Do Not Need More Data

Many times, we don’t lack for metrics or data.

In fact, we have too much and cannot sort out the “signal from the noise”.

We usually only need a small subset of the metrics and data we collect.

The irony is that it costs money ???? to collect, mature, and protect each metric or data.

The issue, like most things, is that we collect each without a stated goal in mind.

Each metric and piece of data should be tied to measuring a business problem or solution. Even those tied to IT performance should be rooted in the “why” of the business.