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Focus on outcomes over outputs

Software engineering teams should focus on outcomes over outputs to deliver the best user and business value.
July 12, 2023

Software engineering teams should focus on outcomes over outputs to deliver the best user and business value.

Focusing on outcomes over outputs can be vital for teams to create solutions that drive real value and customer satisfaction. Before launching into how this can be achieved, let’s outline the difference between outputs and outcomes. 

Outputs vs. outcomes

While outcomes and outputs are two interconnected elements of the software development process, with both playing a critical role in the overall success of a project, it’s essential to distinguish between these concepts and understand how they inform your strategies and decisions.

  • Outputs describe the result of an activity, for example, completing the shipping of a feature.

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