How do you track and measure Scrum team performance?

Meaningful metrics:

• Velocity (story points per Sprint): Trend, not target.
• Sprint Goal success: Did the team meet their goal?
• Lead Time / Cycle Time: Time from idea to delivery.
• Quality metrics: Bugs found, escaped defects.
• Team health: Engagement, collaboration, and satisfaction.

Caution: Avoid weaponizing metrics. They’re for continuous improvement, not judgment.

Example:

A team’s velocity drops — but it’s because they started writing more automated tests. The

focus remains on sustainable delivery, not chasing numbers.