What’s the best way to ensure ongoing maintenance and support for an IDP, and how can platform teams adapt to evolving needs and challenges?

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Sr Software Principal engineer (Gen AI and ML Security) in Hardware4 months ago

Product managers play a significant role in adapting to evolving needs, especially with emerging technologies like AI and ML. Anticipating user needs and integrating services into the platform, such as AI/ML security, keeps the platform relevant and up-to-date. The product manager’s role is crucial in maintaining the platform’s alignment with organizational goals and technological advancements.

Vice President, Software Engineering in Finance (non-banking)4 months ago

Self-service enablement is vital. Providing tools and reference implementations allows developers to provision environments independently, which enhances their experience. Automating common requests can alleviate the burden on the platform team and streamline adoption.

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VP of Engineering4 months ago

Continuous improvement is key to making the platform easy for developers, and creating a positive environment that enhances discoverability can help to drive adoption. Integrating features like virtual assistants into developer portals could help make the platform more engaging, as could gamification that rewards frequent users with badges. We have to enforce certain standards for security, and creating a fun, exciting environment helps us do that.

CTO in Media4 months ago

Treating the platform as a product is crucial, with a strong focus on product management. It’s essential to recognize that internal customers rely on the platform, and maintenance and support are part of the promise to them. Continuously supporting and guiding users, rather than abandoning technologies, ensures the platform remains valuable and reliable.

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