Device Metrics

14 July 2022 by Phillip Johnston • Last updated 18 July 2022Device metric collection is a device-side capability that gives us insight into the operation of a system. Metrics are useful for debugging, data collection, improvement programs, and preventative maintenance activities. A metric is a quantifiable measure that is used to track and assess the status of a specific process or a system as a whole. Unlike logs or crash dumps, metrics are primarily key-value pairs of data. These pairs are typically collected and reported over varying intervals of time. ““ Further reading If you want to learn more about metrics, …