DEVSECOPS FOCAL POINT CONFERENCE 2025
6 & 7 May 2025
Novotel Hotel, Sydney Australia
09:00 - 09:10
Opening Remarks
Welcome to the conference and an overview of the day's events
09:10 - 09:40
Old Wisdom for a New World: Leveraging Past Lessons for a Safer Future
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Our world is a whirlwind of complexity and uncertainty, and the introduction of new technologies often amplifies these risks. It's easy to assume that with each technological leap, we need to start from scratch, discarding the lessons of the past. But the truth is, history offers invaluable insights that can help us navigate the challenges of today's innovations.
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Let's take a journey through time, exploring how past mistakes and successes have shaped our understanding of technology. By examining the "ghostly" echoes of earlier innovations, we can uncover timeless principles that remain relevant even in the face of cutting-edge advancements.
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Today, generative AI is at the forefront of technological progress. But as we explore its potential, we must also confront the risks and challenges it presents. By applying the wisdom gleaned from past experiences, we can build safer, more reliable systems and applications. Ultimately, the key to a safer future lies in recognizing that innovation isn't always about starting anew. It's about building upon the foundation of knowledge and experience that has come before us. By embracing this approach, we can harness the power of technology while minimizing its risks.
09:40 - 10:10
Beyond Automation: AI and the Future of Human Work
Our industry has been transformed by new technologies, radically changing how we work. Thirty years ago, deployment cycles took 3-5 years; today, they happen in seconds. This rapid pace is largely due to our focus on investing in tools that boost developer productivity. We're still driven to create tools that simplify developers' work and make it easier for others to join the field. Many companies are heavily invested in enhancing productivity. However, the abundance of productivity tools doesn't automatically lead to increased productivity. Companies need to examine and adapt their internal systems and processes, especially in decision-making and information sharing. This is where many companies stumble. They heavily invest in areas where developers are coding but neglect other crucial areas. The impact of these changes is significant for enterprise businesses, often with failure indicators appearing too late for recovery.
Michael Zhang
Lead AI/DevOps Strategist – Head of AI Automation Department
Velvix
10:10 - 10:40
Morning Coffee Break and Networking Session
10:40 - 11:10
Empowering Agile Teams: Ten Leadership Principles
This session will explore ten key leadership principles that empower Agile teams to perform at their highest potential. Attendees will learn strategies for promoting autonomy, encouraging continuous learning, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. By adopting these principles, leaders can drive high-performance teams that excel in today’s fast-paced DevOps environments.
Omar Turza
Vice President-Head of Credit Transformation
Arab Bank
11:10 - 12:00
PANEL DISCUSSION: The Future of Agile and DevOps: Preparing for the Next Decade of Innovation and Challenges
Expert panel on what the next decade holds for Agile and DevOps practices
Purshottam Purswani
Chief Technology Officer & Head of Architecture
Atos
Jovana Dunisijevic
Senior Technical Evangelist
Atlassian
Nachu Subramanian
Head of Digital Security/Cloud Security, DevSecOps and Cloud Solution Architect
Kevin Cheong
DevOps & IoT Manager
South East Water
12:00 - 13:00
Lunch Break and Networking Session
13:00 - 13:30
From Agile Sprints to Sustainable Development: Ensuring Long-Term Success
How to turn short-term Agile wins into long-term sustainable growth.
13:30 - 14:00
Success Stories: Breaking Barriers: Visa's Agile Transformation
Dive into the heart of Visa's groundbreaking agile transformation, a monumental project that stands as possibly the largest of its kind in the financial sector over the last three years. Led by a seasoned expert at the forefront with a 21-strong team of agile coaches, "Scaling Agile at Visa: Navigating the Highs and Lows of Transforming a Financial Giant" unravels the journey of integrating a bespoke operating model, an enterprise-wide portfolio planning process, and a new toolset across a global workforce of over 10,000. This concise talk will share the pivotal challenges, triumphs, and lessons from spearheading one of the most ambitious agility overhauls. Gain unparalleled insights into the leadership strategies, planning methodologies, and the resilience required to drive such a vast transformation. Prepare to be equipped with a comprehensive blueprint for navigating agile transformations, making this talk an essential experience for change leaders and agile enthusiasts aiming to lead with impact and innovation.
14:00 - 14:30
Securing the DevOps Pipeline: A Comprehensive Guide to Compliance and Best Practices
Natalia Glina
Identity Engineer
Rowe Consulting
Sponsor Slot
14:30 - 15:00
15:00 - 15:30
Afternoon Coffee Break and Networking Session
15:30 - 16:00
Tricking Your Product Manager Into Prioritizing Tech Debt
Developer experience is crucial for retaining top engineering talent, yet many organizations struggle with this due to technical debt. According to our 2024 DevEx survey, nearly 60% of developers cite technical debt as a top negative factor in their experience. The way PMs and engineers work together is a critical point in time where tech debt will be addressed or grow out of control. This talk will explore how engineers can collaborate with product managers to priorities and reduce technical debt
Jovana Dunisijevic
Senior Technical Evangelist
Atlassian
16:00 - 16:30
DevOps Success Metrics: How to Measure and Prove Value
Developing KPIs that prove the value of DevOps to stakeholders and the business.
Uzma S.
Technical Product Owner - Cloud Platform (DevOps Infrastructure Observability & Cybersecurity)
Transport for NSW
16:30 - 17:00
Sponsor Slot