Measurement is a key factor for managing and improving software development
. This article illustrates the automation of the most expensive phases of a
Goal Question Metrics measurement process. In particular, the author descr
ibes a tool for the definition, collection, analysis, and feedback of measu
res, and the techniques to interface this tool with a configuration managem
ent system and metrics tools. These techniques have been employed in a meas
urement program carried out in an industrial setting.