Should Every Incident Get a Retro?

The text discusses the challenges and considerations involved in deciding which incidents warrant a retrospective analysis. It explores the balance between the desire to learn from every incident and the practical limitations of time, resources, and organizational tolerance. Through personal experiences and expert insights, the author highlights the need to selectively conduct retrospectives based on factors such as the incident's learning potential, the risk of exhausting organizational goodwill, and the possible legal or reputational ramifications. The narrative emphasizes that while learning from incidents is crucial, not all incidents justify the effort required for detailed analysis, and certain high-profile or legally sensitive cases may require additional caution. The text underscores the importance of discerning which incidents to focus on to maintain credibility and maximize the learning benefits for the organization.