Presentation Abstract:

The advantages of integrating Lean Agile and DevOps practices into cyber-physical systems, which encompass software, hardware, and firmware, are gaining increasing recognition. These strategies, known as Industrial DevOps (IDO), enhance the responsiveness and adaptability of cyber-physical system development, while streamlining lead times. For some, these principles may resonate with your current ways of working, reflecting familiar practices that unlock potential and accelerate results. For others, they may represent a mindset shift in creating teams that leverage everyone’s talents to deliver value in the shortest sustainable lead time. Dr. Johnson will discuss the implementation of Industrial DevOps practices spanning the entire value chain from development to operations, while highlighting the benefits obtained across industries to cyber-physical systems, promising even greater outcomes in product delivery.

Presenter Biography:

Dr. Suzette Johnson works for Northrop Grumman Corporation Space Systems as an NG Fellow for Lean Agile and Digital integration, where she fosters operational and program excellence. She has led the adoption of Lean Agile across the enterprise and has supported over 150 internal projects and government programs on their Lean Agile journey.  Her experience with Lean Agile began over twenty years ago with software and systems engineering experiences across IT and cyber-physical systems. Dr. Johnson recently completed MIT’s Digital Transformation certificate program and has a Doctor of Technology Management from the University of Maryland with a dissertation on The impact of leadership styles on software project outcomes in traditional and agile environments. She has co-authored multiple papers on Industrial DevOps through IT Revolution and published the book Industrial DevOps: Build Better Systems Faster, in 2023. She currently serves industry as NDIA Systems Engineering Division Chair and volunteers in local schools to promote STEM education.