The article gives an example of how a recruiter is corrupted by metrics, leading to worse outcomes, so they're well aware of the problem you're describing. I im

The article gives an example of how a recruiter is corrupted by metrics, leading to worse outcomes, so they're well aware of the problem you're describing. I imagine Kent Beck would say (and I'd agree with him) that your line of argument won't change anyone's minds, and will just lead you to being excluded from the conversation. There are some situations (and examples are listed in the article) where measurement is necessary, and the best you can do is hope to measure things that give helpful results.