Platform Strategy • Gregor Hohpe & James Lewis • GOTO 2024

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club. #GOTOcon #GOTObookclub http://gotopia.tech/bookclub Read the full transcription of the interview here: https://gotopia.tech/episodes/323 Gregor Hohpe - Author of "Platform Strategy", "The Software Architect Elevator", et al. James Lewis - Software Architect & Director at Thoughtworks @thoughtworks RESOURCES Gregor https://twitter.com/ghohpe https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghohpe https://architectelevator.com James https://twitter.com/boicy https://linkedin.com/in/james-lewis-microservices https://github.com/boicy https://www.bovon.org Links https://youtu.be/DgsIDqkvLME https://youtu.be/yJHvMabxVYU https://youtu.be/aWZFRk-w3ng https://youtu.be/w14ge2838Vs https://youtu.be/O0AcEFHOr14 https://youtu.be/vHl7EZ5o0uY https://youtu.be/GBTdnfD6s5Q https://youtu.be/aKVwsv4u2kc https://youtu.be/w9a7eI6BlVc https://youtu.be/dcp6YMAmI3M https://youtu.be/zmA5fhV-FGk https://youtu.be/zJiUNKXZA1E https://youtu.be/8Lz0huKPjqE DESCRIPTION James Lewis and Gregor Hohpe discuss the concept of dimensionality in decision-making, particularly in the context of innovation versus standardization. Hohpe emphasizes the importance of understanding and removing constraints to unlock new opportunities, citing historical shifts in technology and platform thinking as key examples. They explore how traditional one-dimensional views often limit progress and the challenges of adapting to new paradigms, especially in organizations. The discussion also touches on the role of architects in facilitating these shifts and the strategic focus needed for internal platforms to thrive in the face of evolving technologies. TIMECODES 00:00 Intro 01:00 What’s the big deal with platforms? 04:36 Challenges & complexities of building platforms 08:37 Abstraction’s & innovation’s role in platform strategy 20:11 The architect elevator metaphor & beyond 26:15 Platform innovation & the flywheel effect 30:33 Practical advice for CIOs 32:51 Dimensionality & constraints 44:57 What was left out & what’s next? 49:25 Outro RECOMMENDED BOOKS Gregor Hohpe • Platform Strategy • https://amzn.to/4cxfYdb Gregor Hohpe • The Software Architect Elevator • https://amzn.to/3F6d2ax Gregor Hohpe • Cloud Strategy • https://amzn.to/3TOS3Nv Gregor Hohpe • Enterprise Integration Patterns, Vol 2 • https://amzn.to/3TNedQ3 Gregor Hohpe & Bobby Woolf • Enterprise Integration Patterns • https://amzn.to/3DqII9l Gregor Hohpe • 37 Things One Architect Knows About IT Transformation • https://amzn.to/3z8uhnw https://bsky.app/profile/gotocon.com https://twitter.com/GOTOcon https://www.linkedin.com/company/goto- https://www.instagram.com/goto_con https://www.facebook.com/GOTOConferences #PlatformStrategy #PlatformEngineering #PlatformAsAService #Innovation #Harmonization #SoftwareArchitecture #SoftwareEngineering #Programming #GregorHohpe #JamesLewis #BookClub CHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUS Join this channel to get early access to videos & other perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/join Looking for a unique learning experience? Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket at https://gotopia.tech Sign up for updates and specials at https://gotopia.tech/newsletter SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL - new videos posted almost daily. https://www.youtube.com/user/GotoConferences/?sub_confirmation=1