Understanding the Differences Between Agile & DevSecOps - from a Business Perspective

Understanding the Differences Between Agile & DevSecOps - from a Business Perspective

Agile and DevSecOps: What They Mean for Your Business

You've probably heard the terms "Agile" and "DevSecOps" thrown around, especially if you're involved in software development. But what do they really mean, and how do they impact your business? Let's break it down in simple terms.

Agile: Making Software Development Smarter

Think of Agile as a way to make software development much more responsive and efficient. It's about how the business and the developers work together.

  • What it does: Agile helps businesses get the software they actually need. It encourages close collaboration between the business (who knows what the customer wants) and the development team (who builds it). This means that instead of spending months building something that might not be right, they work in shorter cycles, making changes and improvements along the way.
  • The result: You get a product that's more likely to meet your customers' needs, because you're constantly getting feedback and making adjustments.

DevSecOps: Making Software Development Faster AND Safer

DevSecOps is all about getting software out the door quickly and safely. It's about how the development, security, and operations teams work together.

  • What it does: DevSecOps focuses on speed and quality. It brings together the people who build the software (Development), the people who keep it running (Operations), and the people who make sure it's secure (Security). By working closely, they can release new features and updates much faster, while also making sure everything is secure and stable.
  • The result: You get new software and updates more frequently, with fewer errors and security problems.

Agile and DevSecOps: A Powerful Combination

Ideally, a company would use both Agile and DevSecOps. They work really well together!

  • Agile makes sure you're building the right thing.
  • DevSecOps makes sure you're building it quickly and safely.

But even if you're not using Agile, you can still use DevSecOps to improve your software delivery process.

Why Your Business Should Care About DevSecOps

Even though DevSecOps is very technical, it has a big impact on the business:

  • Saves money and time: By automating testing and finding problems early, you reduce the need for expensive rework.
  • Improves quality: Automated testing and continuous monitoring mean fewer errors and a better product.
  • Faster delivery: You can get new features and updates to your customers much more quickly.

How Your Business Can Support DevSecOps

DevSecOps is driven by the tech teams, but the business plays a vital role:

  • Understand the workflow: Know how work moves through your organization so you can identify any roadblocks.
  • Encourage collaboration: Make sure the Operations and Security teams are involved from the very beginning of any software project.
  • Prioritize effectively: Use Agile practices to make sure the most important work is getting done.

By understanding and supporting DevSecOps, your business can get better software, faster, and more securely.

Ready to Build Secure and Efficient Software Delivery Pipelines?

TaUB Solutions offers comprehensive DevSecOps training programs designed to equip your teams with the skills and knowledge needed to integrate security seamlessly into your DevOps practices.

Our expert-led training will help you:

  • Implement shift-left security strategies
  • Automate security testing throughout the SDLC
  • Build a strong DevSecOps culture within your organization

Take the next step in your DevSecOps journey!

Contact us today to learn more about our DevSecOps training programs and how we can help your organization achieve faster, more secure software delivery.

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