Conference talk: Combining Team Topologies and Platform Engineering at ASML IT
The what and why of platform engineering need to be broadcasted to the rest of an organization for its success. This conference talk highlights several lessons learned from a successful communication strategy on the topic in a large enterprise.
Summary
In an IT landscape of a few thousand people, getting things done often felt like navigating a maze of shared services and dependencies. To address this, a cross-functional approach was used, leveraging Team Topologies and Platform Engineering to pinpoint pain points and enable better collaboration. The analysis revealed that streamlining dependencies in shared services was key to unlocking value flow.
Key Takeaways
- Create traction by involving different layers with an appropriate message
- Leverage industry knowledge
- Involve line management
- Repeat your story 10x more than you think is necessary