Organizations are constantly seeking ways to measure and improve their delivery performance. Among the key metrics that have emerged from the DevOps movement, Change Failure Rate (CFR) stands as a critical indicator of software quality and operational stability. This article explores how modern teams can effectively implement, track, and leverage CFR to drive continuous improvement in their delivery pipelines.
Understanding Change Failure Rate: Beyond the Basic Metric
Change Failure Rate is one of the four key metrics identified by the DevOps Research and Assessment (DORA) team that correlate with high-performing engineering organizations. Simply put, CFR measures the percentage of changes to production that result in degraded service or require remediation.