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The Flaws in Red-Yellow-Green (RAG) Systems: Why Color-Coded Labels Need a Reboot
Red-Yellow-Green (RAG) systems have long been the go-to framework for tracking progress and performance in projects and teams. However, I firmly believe that these systems have outlived their usefulness. Relying solely on color-coded labels – red, yellow, and green – can actually obscure nuanced progress and incentivize artificial optimism over honest evaluation.
The Problem with RAG Systems
RAG systems often create a false sense of security, where a green label can mask underlying issues that need to be addressed. This can lead to a culture of complacency, where teams focus on maintaining the appearance of success rather than genuinely improving. Furthermore, the binary nature of RAG systems (i.e., a project is either “green” or “red”) does not account for the complexities and nuances of real-world progress.
The Dangers of Artificial Optimism
RAG systems can also create an environment…
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This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Dr. Carlos Ruiz Viquez