Accenture has launched a cloud simulation service through which DevOps teams can better determine which workloads will run best on different cloud computing environments. Kishore Durg, growth and strategy lead for cloud at Accenture Technology Services, said myNAV is a cloud service created by Accenture that leverages machine learning algorithms and other forms of artificial […]
The Power of a Game: What I Learned from Facilitating The Phoenix Project Simulation
I recently had the opportunity to become certified to lead a simulation based on the best-selling IT book, “The Phoenix Project.” The Phoenix Project simulation is not a product as much as it is an experience. The realistic scenarios, challenges and pain points embedded in the game built a creative tension in a safe environment […]
Simulating DevOps to Discover the ‘Culture Thingy’
DevOps … is a term used to refer to a set of practices that emphasize the collaboration and communication of both software developers and information technology (IT) professionals while automating the process of software delivery and infrastructure changes. It aims at establishing a culture and environment where building, testing, and releasing software can happen rapidly, frequently, and more reliably. — Wikipedia We are all, I believe, […]
Simulation: The ‘Aha’ Moment for DevOps Adoption
Every IT transformation requires that people, process and technology align and work together to achieve success. As organizations begin to appreciate the benefits of a DevOps approach and look to change to a DevOps model of software development and release, there will be significant pressure on people, process and technology to support that change properly. […]