It’s Not You, It’s the Process: Breaking Bad Habits in Drupal Teams

Breakout Room 1 (Studio 4)
Business and Strategy
Beginner
Dave Hansen-Lange

How successful was your last big project?  Chances are, it was a little bit off (hopefully just a little).  If we take a look at dozens of projects, some patterns start to emerge. There are some common traps and habits that we all fall into, whether you’re a backend engineer, a CTO, a project manager, or anything in between.  In this session, we’ll explore some common obstacles that Drupal teams encounter, such as: 

  • "The Hamster Wheel" of focusing on output over outcomes

  • "A Bridge to Nowhere" caused by over-engineering

  • “The Science Lab” where existing features are optimized, but never innovated

  • And more…

But this will not just be a one-way presentation.  We’ll have a real-time poll so that we can compare trends across our teams, and have a group discussion about the results.

We won’t just identify these issues, we’ll take a closer look at their root causes, which is often some combination of additional discovery and planning that could lead to better outcomes: 

  • “Identify” the key metrics you’re trying to achieve

  • “Envision” what it would look like to achieve 10x your current outcome

  • “Strategize” by working backwards to realize that vision

  • “Prioritize” a roadmap that balances strategic vision with short-term needs

  • “Execute” that plan with the right people and process

We’ll discuss some practical solutions, and share insights on how to empower your teams for long-term success. 

Each challenge we’re facing is an opportunity to fine-tune our process and strengthen the product life cycle. Join us to discover how to build up your teams where they need it most and turn dysfunction into peak performance.