Software Estimation
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Standish Group 2015 Chaos Report
Smaller projects have a much higher likelihood of success than larger ones:
| Project Size | Successful | Challenged | Failed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand | 2% | 7% | 17% |
| Large | 6% | 17% | 24% |
| Medium | 9% | 26% | 31% |
| Moderate | 21% | 32% | 17% |
| Small | 62% | 16% | 11% |
| Total | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Ranked success factors:
| Factors of Success | Points | Investment |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Sponsorship | 15 | 15% |
| Emotional Maturity | 15 | 15% |
| User Involvement | 15 | 15% |
| Optimization | 15 | 15% |
| Skilled Resources | 10 | 10% |
| Standard Architecture | 8 | 8% |
| Agile Process | 7 | 7% |
| Modest Execution | 6 | 6% |
| Project Management Expertise | 5 | 5% |
| Clear Business Objectives | 4 | 4% |