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Thoughts on the AI-driven software development lifecycle (AI-SDLC), technology leadership, post-merger integration, DevOps, Agile, and building high-performing teams. Explore and find what resonates.
Jul 18, 2026 From AI-Assisted to AI-Led: Why Most Companies Stall
Executives expect 5-10x gains from AI-led development, yet most AI efforts stall after the pilot. Three reasons from my consulting work, with evidence from Bain, DORA, Deloitte and Gartner, and what it takes to cross the chasm.
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Feb 22, 2026 When the CEO starts Vibe Coding, the rules of Engineering begin to change
Over the past two weeks, I witnessed something far more powerful in how AI tools can transform mindset, confidence, and decision-making in real time. A Fractional CTO's reflection on the new relay of product development.
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Jan 16, 2025 DORA State of DevOps Report 2024 – summary and takeaways-Final
This is Part3, the concluding part of my trilogy on the DORA State of DevOps Report 2024, summarizing and sharing key takeaways from the rep…
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Jan 4, 2025 DORA State of DevOps Report 2024 - summary and takeaways-Part2
Part2 - Artificial Intelligence (AI) The 2024 DORA State of DevOps Report has landed, marking a decade of valuable research into what makes…
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Dec 23, 2024 DORA State of DevOps Report 2024 - summary and takeaways
Have you read the 2024 DORA State of DevOps Report yet? The report, published in October 2024, continues to be my go-to resource for underst…
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Oct 9, 2024 10 Lessons for Unlocking Post-Merger Integration (PMI) Success
M&A can be transformative, offering opportunities to expand market reach, boost innovation, and increase operational efficiency. Yet, statis…
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Oct 7, 2024 Agile is a philosophy, needs change in Mindset & Culture
Agile is often framed merely as a process or methodology, when in reality it’s a philosophy, a culture. This is my observation from reading…
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