Harness Templates offer a flexible solution for managing software pipelines by using the "Insert Block" feature, which allows platform engineers to maintain standardization while granting development teams the ability to customize specific pipeline steps. This approach addresses the common issue where rigid templates force teams to create separate, unmanageable pipelines when their needs diverge slightly from the standard. By incorporating controlled flexibility, such as allowing teams to choose their preferred security scanning tools within a standardized template, organizations can prevent pipeline sprawl and maintain governance. This method ensures that teams remain connected to the core template, benefiting from ongoing updates and improvements, while still meeting specific requirements. The "Insert Block" serves as a strategic compromise, enabling a balance between standardization and developer autonomy to enhance the adoption of robust and practical tools across the organization.