If your developers aren’t fully adopting a new IDP, how do you determine what is getting in the way?
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I prioritize gathering feedback through surveys and shadowing sessions to pinpoint adoption barriers. Common issues include poor onboarding and insufficient documentation. Analyzing usage metrics helps highlight friction points, and co-creating enhancements with developers can help regain momentum. These strategies are essential for understanding and addressing adoption challenges.
We have implemented several strategies to identify adoption barriers. One approach involves creating an internal developer portal that includes feedback mechanisms for onboarding and continuous integration processes. This portal allows developers to share their experiences and challenges. Additionally, we utilize assessments within our Agile model to gather feedback from developers, UX teams, and product owners. Through these assessments, we identify specific areas where developers face difficulties, allowing us to address issues such as design changes or functional enhancements. Continuous feedback and iteration are key to resolving adoption challenges.
Similarly, we focus on pre-implementation feedback by engaging stakeholders early in the process. We create personas based on existing tech stacks and solicit input on platform design before implementation. This shift left approach helps us avoid problems later on. We also maintain a continuous feedback loop and monitor metrics to understand tool usage and identify challenges. Regular communication with team leaders ensures that we stay informed about any issues that may not be immediately apparent.
In the financial services sector, we often encounter resistance due to legacy tech stacks and infrastructure. Introducing new IDPs to modernize these platforms can be met with resistance. It’s important to understand the root causes of resistance and address them through support channels, guides, and organizational change management principles. Ensuring that developers have the necessary skills to adopt new technologies is vital. We also emphasize the value proposition of new platforms, such as low-code solutions, to demonstrate their benefits in terms of time and effort savings. Acknowledging developer sentiments and reiterating the advantages of change are helpful for overcoming resistance.