Analysis Seeing Stripes? How to Tame the Cargo Cults in Your Tech Herd Max Jahn, June 18, 2023June 20, 2023 Ever discovered painted horses masquerading as zebras in your tech landscape? My last post helped you spot these instances of cargo cults in tech – the adoption of innovations and trends without truly understanding the principles behind. This time, we’re focusing on the next crucial step: dismantling these misguided initiatives. In ‘Seeing Stripes? How to Tame the Cargo Cults in Your Tech Herd’, I share strategies to revert the influence of these ‘painted horses’ and foster an environment that breeds true zebras. Continue Reading
Analysis Strategic Cloud Repatriation: 10 Key Reasons Why Some Organizations Move Back On-Premises Max Jahn, April 25, 2023September 27, 2023 In this blog post, we explore the double-edged sword of cloud repatriation, which involves moving workloads back to on-premises infrastructure. While repatriation can offer increased control and flexibility when done strategically, it can also lead to significant setbacks and damage to the business if executed for the wrong reasons or without proper planning. We delve into the various factors and potential pitfalls of cloud repatriation, helping organizations make informed decisions that best serve their long-term goals and avoid costly missteps. Continue Reading
Opinion Redefining the Battlefield: Conquering the Business-IT Divide Max Jahn, April 16, 2023April 12, 2023 In today’s fast-paced business world, bridging the gap between business and IT is crucial for achieving success. Business professionals are more tech-savvy than ever, but conflicts often arise from rigid and bureaucratic IT environments. To overcome this divide, organizations must foster a shared understanding of value streams, streamline work processes, create feedback loops, build enduring cross-functional teams, and reconsider the outsourcing of critical IT systems management. Continue Reading