At the helm with Michael Richardson

Michael Richardson, Director of Product at Octopus, shares insights into his role and the evolution of the company. With a background in software engineering and leadership, Richardson emphasizes the challenges of prioritizing product development amidst Octopus's growth from 10 to nearly 200 employees. His role focuses on expanding Octopus's capabilities and integrating new technologies to enhance user experience. Current projects include implementing Config as Code for version control in Git, developing dynamic environments for on-demand test setups, and integrating with ITSM tools like ServiceNow. Richardson measures success by how effectively Octopus helps customers deploy software reliably and frequently, contributing to their value delivery. He reflects on the industry's shift towards automation, feeling proud of Octopus's role in that transition and its growth as an Australian company.