The Cost Saving Power of Automation

In this video, I discuss how automation plays a critical role in reducing human error and improving efficiency in software development. From minimizing the impact of missed steps to closing feedback loops quickly, automation is crucial for building high-quality software faster and more reliably.

I’ll also share the incredible transformation of Azure DevOps, where they went from a feedback cycle of 48–72 hours to just 3.5 minutes. This kind of automation can make a huge difference in your organization’s ability to deliver high-quality products while saving time and reducing risks.

📌 Chapters:

1. 00:00 – Introduction: The Cost of Human Error in Software Development
2. 02:30 – The Problem with Manual Processes: Mistakes and Missed Steps
3. 06:00 – The Importance of Automation in Closing Feedback Loops
4. 08:45 – The Knight Capital Group Example: How Small Mistakes Can Lead to Huge Losses
5. 12:00 – Why Fast, Automated Testing Is Crucial for Speed and Accuracy
6. 16:00 – How Azure DevOps Reduced Feedback Time from 48 Hours to 3.5 Minutes
7. 18:30 – The Real Cost of Manual Testing and the ROI of Automation

🎯 Who This Video is For:

• CTOs, engineering managers, and tech leaders looking to implement automated testing • Teams working to improve feedback loops and delivery speed • Software developers and testers who want to understand the value of fast automation • Organizations struggling with manual processes and human error in software development

📖 What You’ll Learn:

• How manual processes in software development contribute to human error and inefficiency • Why automation is a key to closing feedback loops quickly • Real-world examples of how automation improves productivity and quality • How Azure DevOps dramatically improved their testing process with automation • The cost of manual testing vs. the benefits of automated solutions

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Automation helps reduce human error, eliminate mistakes, and improve reliability. • Fast feedback loops—automation that runs in minutes, not days—are critical for speed and product quality. • The Azure DevOps team dramatically increased their productivity by automating their tests and reducing feedback time from 48 hours to just 3.5 minutes. • Automation leads to more features, better quality, and happier customers—all while reducing costs and inefficiencies.

If you’re looking to implement automation to improve your development process, NKD Agility can help. Our expert team will guide you in automating testing, improving feedback loops, and ensuring the highest quality software at faster speeds. Contact us today on https://www.nkdagility.com  to start your journey toward automation.

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