Context Engineering Blog

Ever stared at a project goal like “improve performance” and wondered where to even begin? For developers, this kind of ambiguity is a project’s worst enemy. It leads to wasted sprints, scope creep, and features that miss the mark. A stunning 70% of projects fail due to a lack of clear requirements and objectives, a problem that directly impacts engineering teams.

The SMART goals framework is the antidote. It’s a battle-tested method for turning fuzzy, aspirational ideas into the clear, concrete targets that engineers thrive on. The acronym stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, and it’s the difference between hoping for a successful deployment and systematically planning for it.