How Doppler scaled engineering with stakeholder-driven workflows

Doppler's engineering, design, and product leaders discussed their evolution in managing product development and engineering workflows during a recent fireside chat. They shared insights into their shift from agile sprints to a more adaptable, stakeholder-driven process focusing on efficiency, transparency, and alignment with business goals. Doppler initially used an agile sprint model but moved to a Kanban-style approach for better resource allocation and flexibility in shifting priorities. The team identified key teams that required dedicated time to tackle technical and product demands, ensuring everyone contributes effectively to business goals without prioritization conflicts. They also emphasized the importance of UX for overall product quality and user satisfaction, highlighting their focus on continually improving workflows and supporting teams across product, design, and engineering.