Question 1

What is the Focus Engine in Mid-Manager?

Accepted Answer

The Focus Engine surfaces up to 3 priority signals each day, ranked by impact and urgency. It shows overdue 1:1 follow-ups, drifting goals, and delivery risks — so engineering managers know exactly what needs attention without tool-hopping. Every signal shows the 'why' so there are no black-box recommendations.

Question 2

How does Mid-Manager track 1:1 follow-ups?

Accepted Answer

Mid-Manager tracks meeting notes and action items per direct report. Overdue follow-ups surface automatically in Today (the Focus Engine) so nothing is dropped between sessions.

Question 3

What integrations does Mid-Manager support?

Accepted Answer

Mid-Manager integrates with Jira and GitHub to surface delivery risk signals. Slack and HR system integrations are available on Growth and Enterprise plans. All integrations bring signals directly into the Focus Engine workflow.

Question 4

What is HOSE (Head of Software Engineering)?

Accepted Answer

HOSE is an AI-powered add-on for engineering leaders managing multiple teams. It provides DORA metrics, PR health signals, cycle time analysis, and team-level recommendations — giving Heads of Engineering and VPs one view for strategic priorities.

Question 5

How does Mid-Manager detect goal drift?

Accepted Answer

Mid-Manager tracks team OKRs and compares them against active work from connected integrations. When work diverges from stated goals, a drift signal surfaces in the Focus Engine before the problem compounds.

Question 6

Is Mid-Manager free to use?

Accepted Answer

Mid-Manager is free during the early access beta. Full product access is available for up to 15 team members, including Jira and GitHub integrations. Paid plans for growing teams and enterprises are available.

Signals in action

Focus Engine

1:1 Follow-ups

Goals & alignment

Delivery risk signals

Performance reviews

Team capacity

Engineering signals