Are You a Leader or a Laggard When It Comes to Software Excellence?
Blog post from New Relic
In the era of digital transformation, developing and optimizing "more perfect software" is crucial for business success, as highlighted in New Relic's report, "Deeper Than Digital: Why and How More Perfect Software Drives Business Success." The report examines how companies are prioritizing and enhancing software development and identifies five critical pillars: cloud maturity, observability mastery, end-to-end data visibility, digital resilience, and empowered teams. These pillars distinguish industry leaders from laggards, with leaders experiencing stronger financial performance, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Leaders efficiently integrate cloud technology, implement observability solutions, and foster a DevOps culture that encourages innovation and resilience in software design. In contrast, laggards face barriers such as limited cloud adoption, poor observability practices, and cultural resistance, resulting in slower innovation and more frequent system outages. The report encourages organizations to assess their current practices against these pillars to enhance their digital excellence and improve business outcomes.