https://blog.mattblair.co/categories/tech-debt/ Recent content in Tech Debt on A Place for Poor Examples Hugo -- gohugo.io en Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:22:57 -0800 https://blog.mattblair.co/blog/20230907-can-reports/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:22:57 -0800 https://blog.mattblair.co/blog/20230907-can-reports/ In the realm of incident management, accurate and swift communication is vital. Different organizations adopt various strategies to ensure efficient communication during emergencies. One such strategy that has been gaining traction is the utilization of CAN reports, a mnemonic that stands for “Conditions, Actions, Needs.” Let us delve deeper into the intricacies and origins of this unique reporting format. What is a CAN Report? A CAN report, fundamentally, serves as a structure to relay critical information succinctly during an incident. https://blog.mattblair.co/blog/20230508-tech-improvement-roadmap/ Sun, 07 May 2023 12:19:57 -0800 https://blog.mattblair.co/blog/20230508-tech-improvement-roadmap/ Introduction Technical debt is a common challenge faced by engineering teams, requiring deliberate efforts to manage and pay it down. In this blog post, we will explore different approaches to tackling technical debt and building a long-term technical strategy. We will also highlight the importance of involving senior individual contributors (ICs) and engineering managers (EMs) in shaping the strategy, while considering the alignment with business and product goals. Engaging Senior ICs and EMs in Technical Strategy To ensure a comprehensive technical strategy, it is essential to involve experienced ICs and EMs in the decision-making process.