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performance metric

/pər.fər.məns mɛˈtrɪk/ · per.form.ance met.ri.c
noun
  1. A quantifiable measure used to evaluate the performance of a system, process, or individual. The company uses several performance metrics to track employee productivity and efficiency.
noun
  1. A standard or benchmark used to assess the quality or effectiveness of a product, service, or project. The development team used a set of performance metrics to ensure the new software met the required standards.
Did you know? The use of performance metrics has become increasingly important in modern business, as it allows companies to make data-driven decisions and optimize their operations for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 1 lookups Added Jul 18, 2026