The Goal is Not 'The Platform' - Transforming Tech Narratives for Business Alignment

Explore a transformative approach to platform engineering in this 15-minute conference talk from PlatformCon 2024. Discover how to shift focus from a 'platform-first' mentality to business-aligned strategies that drive stakeholder engagement and organizational success. Learn about the risks of generic platform solutions and the importance of addressing specific business challenges. Gain insights into avoiding technology-centric approaches that miss business targets and instead learn how to integrate platforms effectively with stakeholder interests. Acquire practical knowledge for maintaining platform relevance in challenging fiscal environments while ensuring alignment with business imperatives. Walk away with actionable strategies to guarantee stakeholder engagement and create platforms that are both innovative and in harmony with your organization's goals.