#177: Transaction-based costing and Small Batch Sizes
Better ROI from Software Development16 Elo 2023

#177: Transaction-based costing and Small Batch Sizes

In this episode I continue the discussion on transaction-based costing by looking at the relationship with Small Batch Sizes.

I began by defining small batch sizes - the breaking of work down into more manageable tasks, which can improve the speed and quality of your output.


I then explore how small batch sizes play a pivotal role in transaction-based costing, promoting efficiency and cost-effectiveness by enabling more precise tracking and control of costs.


I also examine the benefits that come with this combination - enhanced agility for software changes, better predictability for improved financial forecasting, enhanced transparency for granular insights into cost allocations, and streamlined processes for reducing waste and improving value delivery.

And to wrap up, I talk about some the challenges of a transition from traditional methods and implementing small batch sizes.

-----

Find this episodes show notes at: https://red-folder.com/podcasts/177

Have an idea for an episode topic, or want to see what is coming up: https://red-folder.com/podcasts/roadmap


Jaksot(206)

#189: Estimation - a review

#189: Estimation - a review

Back in January 2023, in episode  #160, "Revisiting Software Development Estimation," I made the commitment to revisit and potentially revise my views on software development estimation. While I ackn...

30 Loka 202421min

#188: Bad for ROI - More Developers

#188: Bad for ROI - More Developers

Following on from the last two episodes that look at the dysfunctional and unexpected results that can from the seemly well intentioned call for "more planning", this week's episode takes a look at a ...

22 Marras 202323min

#187: Bad for ROI - More Planning - Part 2

#187: Bad for ROI - More Planning - Part 2

In this episode, the second of two, I conclude the exploration of the dysfunctions and unexpected results that can occur from the seeming well intentioned call for "more planning". In last week's epis...

8 Marras 202323min

#186: Bad for ROI - More Planning - Part 1

#186: Bad for ROI - More Planning - Part 1

In this episode, the first of two, I start to explore the dysfunctions and unexpected results that can occur from the seeming well intentioned call for "more planning". In this episode, I will start b...

1 Marras 202320min

#185: Bad for ROI - Overemphasis on Perfection

#185: Bad for ROI - Overemphasis on Perfection

In the last episode I the dysfunctions and unexpected results of a "feature factory" within Software Development. This week I look at what happens if the pendulum swings too far the other way - where ...

25 Loka 202322min

#184: Bad for ROI - the Feature Factory

#184: Bad for ROI - the Feature Factory

In the fast-paced world of software development, the “feature factory” model, with its promise of rapid growth and high ROI, can easily captivate businesses. This episode takes a dive into why the th...

18 Loka 202312min

#183: Bad for ROI - Performance measurements in software development

#183: Bad for ROI - Performance measurements in software development

In this episode I look at another practice that can be bad for ROI - a practice that may commonly be considered good or common practice, but is actually causing dysfunctional, and unexpected, results....

4 Loka 202324min

#182: Bad for ROI - Bonuses

#182: Bad for ROI - Bonuses

We all know that a heft bonus improves productivity. Its a management stable - dangle the carrot and good results just roll it. But is that really true? In this episode, I look at the negative consequ...

27 Syys 202323min