Getting Out of Quicksand, with DevOps

Explore a compelling DevOps talk that delves into the challenges of high workload and its detrimental effects on project success. Learn how to apply the Three Ways of DevOps to escape the "quicksand" of overwhelming tasks and increasing wait times. Discover practical strategies for implementing DevOps principles, including quantifying work, setting goals, and establishing continuous improvement processes. Gain insights into queuing theory, capacity management, and the importance of automation. Understand how crisis situations can become opportunities for positive change and how to initiate a virtuous circle of improvement. Walk away with key takeaways on managing high utilization, measuring progress, and adopting the right tools and practices to transform your team's productivity and effectiveness.