So, you’ve been asked to write a “Test Environment Management Plan”? Or perhaps you just want to write a plan to baseline your current non-production processes, outline future test environment strategy, and/or educate those around you. Let’s begin with the definition. A Test Environment Management Plan is a plan focused on Test Environment Management (or […]
The Critical Role of Runsheets in Cutover, Deployment, and Disaster Recovery Introduction In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, managing IT transitions effectively is paramount to maintaining business continuity and operational efficiency. Whether it’s migrating to a new system, deploying software, or recovering from unexpected disruptions, precision and coordination are key. This is where runsheets come into […]
If your organization is starting an agile transformation, you might be looking at it as an opportunity. Or perhaps you’re looking at it with some healthy skepticism. Either is understandable—or even both at the same time. The opportunity arises from the fact that various flavors of agile have come to dominate the IT landscape. So, […]
DevOps is overall a healthy practice for most development teams, but it doesn’t come for free. Enterprises are eager to adopt the practice but their tools often lag behind DevOps practices. This is a bit like walking out into the winter cold with bare hands and being overwhelmed by Mother Nature’s bitter force. Like hands […]
Creating and executing an effective cutover plan is essential for a smooth transition from the current system to the new one. There are several steps to take when formulating a successful cutover plan: It is important to document all steps of the process, as well as successes or failures that occur during the cutover. This […]