.. _MetricsTab:

Metrics Tab
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The Metrics tab is one of the :ref:`GovernanceTabs`, opening an editor for
instances of the Metric governance class.

A Metric is a calculated or composite measure that uses one or more data-points.
A governance metric is used to track and assess the status of an asset, the
performance of a business process, or other measures that gauge progress
towards quantified objectives.
In addition a metric denotes the calculation method and the intent and context
of the dependent measurements. Metrics targeting critical areas of performance
are called *Key Performance Indicators* (KPIs).


**Further Reading on TopBraid**

* :ref:`introduction`