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Kubernetes Podcast from Google
Writing, Learning and Tech, with Ian Miell
Jul 14, 2022
Ian Miell, partner at consultancy Container Solutions, talks about the benefits of writing for learning and team effectiveness. Other topics include online gambling politics, building software for startups and enterprises, the benefits of being a tech consultant, and exploring finance topologies for technology transformation.
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- Writing - whether runbooks, blog posts, training courses, or “real” books, can help you learn and make your team more effective.
- Creating comprehensive runbooks improves efficiency, reduces incident recurrence, and facilitates the onboarding of new employees in incident management.
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The Importance of Finance Topologies in IT Transformation
Understanding the financial aspects of technology projects is crucial for successful IT transformations. Ian explores the concept of finance topologies, which focuses on how projects are funded and the impact it has on the overall transformation process. He highlights the miscommunication between the engineering and accounting departments in some companies and explains how aligning finance topologies can lead to more effective team structures and cultural changes within organizations.
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