Author: Karan Negi

Forecast | Glossary

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Definition

An Agile Forecast is a rough estimate that Product Owners/ Mangers and Agile Teams are often asked for, before the commencement of a project, iteration or story. It is an implied commitment that is calculated based on experience, metrics and the nature of deliverables. Forecasts can be both long term and short term.

Further Reading

  • “Forecasting: Principles and Practices” (book), by George Athanasopoulos and Rob J. Hyndman.

 

Engineering Standards | Glossary

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Definition

Engineering standards are documents/ set of specifications that detail the technical aspects of Products, Systems and Processes covered by the standards. These must be adhered to to ensure at least the minimum performance, safety and consistency standards. The more prominent sources on Engineering Standards include IEEE, ASTM and ANSI.

Further Reading

  • “Standards for Engineering Design and Manufacturing” (book), by A. Raouf and Wasim Ahmed Khan.
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