
9/2/2021 · Cormac Foster
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This post introduces the concept of a DevOps Platform as the evolution from fragmented toolchains ('BYO DevOps', 'BIC DevOps', 'DIY DevOps') to a unified application. It highlights the historical pain points of managing disparate tools and the industry's shift towards platform-based solutions, referencing Gartner's 'DevOps Value Stream Delivery Platform' Market Guide. It also cites customer survey data showing benefits like reduced MTTR and quicker time to market. The post advocates for adopting a DevOps Platform to replace blockers with enablement and reduce the 'DevOps tax'.