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Date Published
Author
John Arnsdorf
Word count
688
Language
English
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None

Summary

Flagship 2025, a premier summit hosted by Harness, focused on the future of feature management and experimentation, bringing together innovation leaders from major enterprises like McDonald's, ADP, and Chase. This event highlighted the shift from risky big-bang software releases to a more iterative, experimentation-driven approach, emphasizing data-driven product innovation and the creation of experimentation-led cultures. With the recent acquisition of Split by Harness, the integration aims to provide a unified platform for managing the entire software development lifecycle, offering advanced feature management and experimentation capabilities. New tools introduced at the summit, such as Experiment Workflows, enhance customization and real-time visibility into experiment performance, helping teams measure and improve their processes. Real-world success stories, like ADP's transformation in software delivery, were shared, illustrating the practical applications and benefits of these innovative practices. The event underscored the importance of bold innovation in shaping the future of software delivery and DevOps modernization.