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SLIM-Metrics:
Powerful Query Builder and Unlimited
Customizable Analysis Views
QSM ships SLIM-Metrics with a generous
selection of predefined queries and analysis views, but the easy-to-use
query builder also lets you construct your own custom data sets
without having to master complicated SQL statements. The flexible
analysis views are designed to allow you to modify the chart/report
outline or swap chart metrics with a few simple mouse clicks.
SLIM-Metrics
and SLIM-DataManager: Serious Tools for Serious Work
Some organizations are just getting
measurement programs started. Others have plenty of data, but no
easy way to organize and analyze it. SLIM-Metrics and SLIM-DataManager
work together to support both types of organizations. SLIM-DataManager
helps you create a corporate database, then teams up with SLIM-Metrics
to analyze your data and uncover key relationships and trends.
SLIM-Metrics helps answer the questions
software professionals ask every day:
- How does our organization stack
up against the competition?
- Have our investments in process
improvement improved our productivity?
- How is the quality of our delivered
software changing over time?
- What impact are requirements
churn and staff turnover having on our productivity?
- What kind of cost and schedule
performance can we expect from different divisions?
SLIM-Metrics
Features
Powerful query capability
Create very specific
subsets of your data and compare them to one another. Example:
What is the average productivity for Client Server, C++ projects
using 5 to 10 person teams compared to Web-based, Java applications?
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Supports
multiple views
Analyze any measure
or metric against any other(s). SLIM-Metrics lets you create
unlimited of charting/report views within a single workbook.
The graph and report functions are highly customizable. |
Industry benchmarks
SLIM-Metrics includes
recent industry trend lines for each of the standard measures
and metrics. Benchmark yourself against QSM's database of
over 6000 projects, or create your own trend lines from your
completed project data.
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Statistical analysis
tools
Uncover the relationships
hidden in your data. SLIM-Metrics contains a host of statistical
and regression analysis features, including four different
curve-fitting algorithms. |
Compare up to 5 datasets per chart
Compare and contrast
data from up to five different data sets on a single chart.
This is especially useful for internal benchmarking and competitive
positioning.
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Special project identification
Track a single project
through multiple graphs. This is useful for visualizing trade-offs
and cause/effect relationships. |
Point
& click project details
Identify or view
details for any data point on a graph with a single mouse
click.
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Timesaving
features
Add custom
notes, zoom a graph, read x-y coordinates, and configure charts/reports
with just a few mouse clicks.
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Presentation-quality outputs
SLIM-Metrics produces superb graphical outputs. You
can easily print a set of graphs and tables that clearly makes
your point. |
Windows/MS Office integration
Export features
allow you to easily move your data, graphs, and tables into
and out of other Windows or MS Office products. |
SLIM-DataManager:
Flexible, Expandable Data Collection
SLIM-DataManager builds on a set
of essential core measures. A
larger set of predefined and user-defined metrics helps you achieve
increasing levels of process maturity. With SLIM-DataManager, you
have the freedom to collect the metrics that are most meaningful
to your organization
SLIM-DataManager Features
Historical data capture
Store all of your
organization's historical data (including the SEI Core Metrics,
plus custom measures and metrics you define) in a single,
open, relational database. |
Customizable database
Quickly extend your collected data to include any
measures and/or metrics you like, then use the powerful graphing
and statistical tools in SLIM-Metrics to analyze your data.
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Fast,
efficient data entry
SLIM-DataManager lets you set up default values to describe
your environment. The tabbed dialog interface makes
makes data entry fast, consistent, and reduces time spent
on error-checking. |
ODBC compliant
file format
The SLIM-DataManager
database is OPEN. You can create seamless interfaces
to other ODBC-compliant tools. |
Put QSM's Proven Performance
to Work for You
QSM consultants are recognized experts
in the field of software development planning and control.
E-mail
QSM for information
on SLIM-Metrics or to request a free demonstration CD, or call 1
(800) 424-6755 to speak with a QSM representative.
All licenses for SLIM-Metrics include
documentation, responsive phone consultation, and technical support.
Customer Response to SLIM-Metrics
for Windows...
"Wow -- It's amazing what you
can do with this tool and a modest amount of data."
"You hit another home run."
"SLIM-Metrics has really excellent
graphics."
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