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Unmasking DevOps in Your Organisation
How many times have you heard an organisation say, “we do DevOps”, or “we will handle that by DevOps” or “that will be handed over to DevOps”? In recent months, I have started to hear these statements more regularly; particularly the first one. As a professional who has been involved with DevOps for the past…
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Platform Engineering vs. Site Reliability Engineering
Two key roles help ensure the smooth operation and scalability of digital services: platform engineers and site reliability engineers. While both roles play critical parts in supporting development teams and maintaining operational efficiency, their focus and responsibilities differ. Platform engineering focuses on empowering developers by building the tools and environments they need to work more…
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Why DevOps is Outgrowing Traditional IT Service Management
Over the past decades, IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks like ITIL have provided structure, reliability, and efficiency to countless organizations, driving operational excellence in managing IT services. However, with the maturation of DevOps principles and practices, the landscape of software delivery and IT operations has dramatically changed. The DevOps paradigm, with its emphasis on customer-centricity,…
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Wiring the Enterprise for Flow and Value Maximization
This article is part of a series on transforming into a high-performance digital organization. To explore the six key themes and start your transformation journey, click here → Achieving optimal flow and maximizing value delivery are critical components of a high-performance digital organization. The transition from traditional project-based approaches to a product-centric mindset requires a fundamental shift…
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Building High-Performance Software Teams
This article is part of a series on transforming into a high-performance digital organization. To explore the six key themes and start your transformation journey, click here → High-performance software teams are the backbone of a successful digital transformation. These teams are responsible for delivering high-quality software at a rapid pace and for driving innovation and maintaining…
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Growing and Developing the Next Generation of Digital Leaders
This article is part of a series on transforming into a high-performance digital organization. To explore the six key themes and start your transformation journey, click here → As organizations transform into high-performance digital enterprises, the need for capable leaders who can drive and sustain change becomes increasingly critical. Digital leaders are not just senior managers but…
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Creating a Culture of High Performance
This article is part of a series on transforming into a high-performance digital organization. To explore the six key themes and start your transformation journey, click here → Creating a high-performance culture is essential for sustaining the benefits of agile and DevOps practices. A culture that fosters a growth mindset, encourages continuous learning, and ensures psychological safety…
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Modernizing IT Operations & Infrastructure
This article is part of a series on transforming into a high-performance digital organization. To explore the six key themes and start your transformation journey, click here → Modernizing IT operations and infrastructure is a fundamental step towards achieving agility, scalability, and efficiency in a digital-first world. As organizations strive to keep up with rapid technological advancements,…
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Simplifying the Technology Landscape
This article is part of a series on transforming into a high-performance digital organization. To explore the six key themes and start your transformation journey, click here → A cluttered and outdated technology landscape can be a significant barrier to innovation and agility. Simplifying this landscape is essential for organizations aiming to stay competitive and responsive to…
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Transforming into a High-Performance Digital Organization (HPDO): Six Key Themes
Based on extensive research and practical engagement with organizations of varying sizes and across continents, DASA has identified six critical themes essential for achieving High-Performance Digital Organizations (HPDOs). These themes form the cornerstone of successful digital transformation initiatives, addressing most encountered challenges and promising opportunities faced by enterprises. Each organization is unique, with its own…
