CircleCI is built to facilitate and manage change in software development, recognizing that change is a constant and essential part of innovation. The platform aims to lower the cost and risk associated with changes such as library updates, replatforming, and the adoption of new tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and emerging AI technologies, by providing a robust CI/CD system that validates changes across the entire application ecosystem, including external components and dependencies. This approach allows teams to experiment and innovate without compromising on the quality and reliability of their applications. CircleCI positions itself as a strategic tool for software teams to gain a competitive advantage by enabling faster, more efficient delivery cycles, encouraging a shift from a purely code-centric CI/CD approach to one that considers the broader application environment. By doing so, it helps teams avoid the pitfalls of outdated practices and reactive problem-solving, offering a more proactive and comprehensive method to handle software delivery and changes.