Why Software Engineering Governance Matters: Reducing Risk Without Slowing Down
InfoQ, Monday, October 20th, 2025
Software engineering governance helps teams make decisions, Sarah Wells said at Goto Copenhagen. She argued it should support value delivery, not hinder it.
Poor governance slows progress and can increase costs. A technical strategy with a radar can help teams to make better decisions, and aligning with DORA capabilities can boost their performance.
Wells defined software engineering governance as the set of principles, practices, and tools that help teams make consistent, informed, and safe technical decisions: