Gain top-down visibility with DX allocation reporting

As a leader, you have a general sense of how your engineers are allocated across projects. But intuition alone doesn’t always cut it when the stakes are high. Systematic reporting of engineering resource allocation provides the data you need to lead with better confidence and make informed decisions.

Why does allocation data matter?

When your CEO, CFO, or Board Members ask about how engineering resources are being spent—or whether you’re keeping track—being prepared with accurate data is invaluable. For example, it allows you to:

• Back up headcount plans and decisions with real numbers about current resource allocation and industry benchmarks.
• Confirm that teams are focused on the right priorities and not overwhelmed with KTLO (Keeping the Lights On).
• Provide clarity on the cost and time spent on critical initiatives

How DX helps you track engineering allocation

DX’s allocation reporting gives you and your leaders actionable insights by aggregating data from tools like GitHub, Jira, as well as surveys. Using this comprehensive dataset, DX paints a clear picture of where your engineering resources are focused.

With this data at your fingertips, you can quickly answer critical questions, such as:

• How many FTEs are allocated to that new API project?
• How much time was spent last quarter on feature development vs KTLO?
• Are we investing in innovation at the right level compared to benchmarks?

Practical use cases for DX allocation reporting

Here are three examples of how leaders can leverage DX to improve engineering resource visibility:

1. Compare innovation vs KTLO against benchmarks

Gain insights into how your organization’s resource allocation compares to industry benchmarks. Identify areas where you can shift focus to drive more value.

2. Track engineering allocation across roadmap items in real-time

See how your teams’ efforts are distributed across roadmap priorities. Make adjustments swiftly to stay on track.

3. Understand FTE and cost per deliverable

Quantify the investment in specific deliverables to ensure alignment with strategic goals and provide transparency for R&D cost capitalization.

Ready to see how Allocation Reporting can help you drive measurable impact? Contact your customer representative to get started today.