In this discussion, Asanka Abeysinghe and Kanchana Wickramasinghe explore the reasons why building your own platform may not be the best choice for your organization. They share valuable insights on the challenges of platform development, the importance of self-service capabilities, and the benefits of streamlining operations. They also emphasize the need to consider alternatives that can save time, resources, and lead to more efficient application development. Don't miss this informative conversation that sheds light on making the right decisions for your organization's digital transformation journey.

Key Reading Material: https://wso2.com/library/blogs/why-building-a-platform-may-not-be-your-best-bet-exploring-five-critical-reasons/

0:00 - 0:33 - Introduction

0:34 - 2:47 - The Challenges of Building a Platform

2:47 - 5:28 - Importance of Building a Great Digital Experience

5:30 - 9:42 - The Significance of Self-Service Capability

9:43 - 12:22 - Streamlining Operations for Autonomous Teams

12:23 - 15:40 - Moving from CapEx to OpEx Model

15:41 - 17:40 - Benefits of Choosing a Commercially Available Platform

17:41 - 20:18 - Key Takeaways for CIOs, CTOs, and Engineering Leaders