Peak readiness guide
Blog post from New Relic
Effective peak readiness for e-commerce companies hinges on comprehensive preparation that integrates application performance with business objectives, emphasizing the importance of observability in infrastructure and applications during high-demand periods. Key pitfalls in peak readiness include delayed preparation, failure to align technical performance with business goals, information silos caused by modern microservices architecture, and excluding peak readiness from development phases. Successful peak readiness involves a structured, multi-phase plan starting from non-production to production environments, encompassing review and planning, identifying critical business processes, data collection, implementation, team collaboration, final adjustments, and post-peak evaluations. By thoroughly preparing, involving cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment between business and technical objectives, companies can effectively mitigate stress and optimize performance during peak seasons.