2021 Finalists
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KPMG Most Innovative Project
Awarded to the project displaying the best use of innovation.
Judges were looking for:
- A project that has significantly advanced the methods and practices of DevOps Implementation.
- Clear demonstration of the innovative nature of the project – what was the driver for innovation and how was it achieved?
- An attempt to push boundaries within the DevOps Industry.
- Discussion of project goals, importance, achievements, resources and successful results.
- Evidence and evaluation of overcoming project challenges/obstacles.
Finalists in this category are:
- BairesDev
- Credit Suisse
- Lloyds Banking Group
- Molina Healthcare in partnership with Infosys
- Tangerine Bank Canada
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Harness Best DevOps project delivering business value
Awarded for a DevOps Transformation across all functions bringing together both Business and Technology.
Judges were looking for:
- Evidence of Business funding utilised for Technical development in DevOps Tooling and transformation not solely on feature development.
- KPI’s and metrics validating true Business value as a direct result on DevOps implementation likes of Increased revenue, Customer retention, satisfaction, Fewer Production Incidents, Increased stability and efficiency
- Business alignment with technology with the goal of improving the ability to release quickly and safely to Production.
- Business representatives being empowered to decide when new features are turned on and off.
- Earlier detection and identification of potential risks through pre-production monitoring and increased provision of production like environments.
Finalists in this category are:
- KPMG
- Ciklum
- Metrikus
- Vodafone
- VTB Bank
Best Use of Security in a DevOps Project
Awarded to the DevOps project with the best use of security.
Judges were looking for:
- Demonstrate the positive impact of embedding security into a DevOps project or solution.
- Tangible outcome, demonstrating adherence to a security framework or set of local controls to accelerate delivery and flow.
- Demonstration of how security teams work more closely with developments teams, for a shared outcome across the software delivery lifecycle.
- Detailed discussion around project methodology, resource choices, project Goals, importance, achievements and Successful result.
- Proof of overcoming project challenges and obstacles.
Finalists in this category are:
- ABN AMRO Bank in partnership with Infosys
- Doxy.me in partnership with Ciklum
- Flo Health in partnership with Snyk
- Lloyds Banking Group
- Nationwide Building Society in partnership with TCS
- Tangerine Bank Canada
- Vodafone
- Virgin Media in partnership with Accenture
Best DevOps Cloud Project
Awarded for the best use of cloud technologies in a DevOps project.
Judges were looking for:
- Detailed discussion around project methodology, resource choices, project Goals, importance, achievements and Successful result.
- Demonstrate the positive impact of Cloud Adoption into a DevOps project or solution.
- Elaboration of design, architecture, monitoring of cloud service and performance.
- Demonstration of Clear and concise requirements and configuration effort supporting Business goals.
- Evidence and evaluation of overcoming project challenges and obstacles.
Finalists in this category are:
- BairesDev
- British Telecom in partnership with Accenture
- HMRC in partnership with Automation Logic
- Pret A Manger
- Toyota Motors North America
- Vodafone
- Vodafone UK in partnership with MMT Digital
- Vodafone in partnership with Accenture
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Test Associates DevOps Manager of the Year
Awarded to the most outstanding individual manager or team leader over the last 12 months.
Judges were looking for:
- Demonstrate what they did to build, support, nurture, develop and motivate a team to become successful.
- Evidences that are both quantitative (measurable metrics or technical elements that show statically what has been achieved) and qualitative (feedback from the team, project stakeholders, senior’s organisation leaders or customer/users).
- Examples of procedures put in place to ensure high quality results.
- Evidence and evaluation of self-improvement and commitment to high standards.
Finalists in this category are:
- Vladyslam Gram, Ciklum
- Erika Danis, KPMG
- Dean Bevan, Lloyds Banking Group
- Santosh Menon, Vodafone
- Nitin Gupta, Tata Consultancy Services
- David Jàmbor, Vodafone
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Infosys Best DevOps Tool / Product of the Year
Awarded to the organisation who receives top marks for their product/tool.
Judges were looking for:
- Demonstrate a vendor based or ‘home grown’ tool or solution that clearly evidences quantifiable benefits in terms of accelerating delivery and flow.
- A tool or solution that is simple and easy to use, developer friendly and easy to implement.
- Detailed discussion of Tool goals, importance, achievements and successful results.
- Positive impact of the tool in the development community and across the software delivery Lifecyle.
Finalists in this category are:
- ML Ops Framework by BP International
- Cognitive DevOps by Accenture
- Automate Azure IAAS Design Documentation by Costain Group
- IaC Automation Platform by Envo
- Logz.io by Logz.io
- Stack Overflow for Teams by Stack Overflow
- Intelligent Orchestration by Synopsys
- Spot Ocean by NetApp
DevOps Team of the Year
Awarded to the most outstanding DevOps team over the last 12 months.
Judges were looking for:
- Discussion of targets achieved through effective teamwork.
- Highlight the ability to work with a dev/business/product owner around potentially changing requirement.
- Demonstration of strong team ethos.
- Evidence and evaluation of problem-solving and self-improvement within the team.
Finalists in this category are:
- BP International
- Ciklum
- KPMG
- Lloyds Banking Group
- Natwest
- Successive Technologies Private Limited
- Vodafone ( Integration Team)
- VTB Bank
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Sandhata Best Use of DevOps Technology
Awarded for the best use of technology in a DevOps project.
Judges were looking for:
- Detailed Discussion of project goals, importance, achievements and successful results.
- Demonstration of Cutting-edge and fit-for-purpose technology was correctly and effectively used.
- Illustration of training and upskilling team & working closely with stakeholders to deliver the project on time and within budget.
- Evidence and evaluation of overcoming project challenges/obstacles.
Finalists in this category are:
- British Telecom in partnership with Accenture
- Infosys
- Testingxperts
- Vodafone in partnership with TCS
Best Overall DevOps Project – Finance Sector
Awarded for the best DevOps project in the finance sector.
Judges were looking for:
- Detailed Discussion of project goals, importance, achievements, resources and successful results.
- Evidence of great vision, forward-thinking & working closely with stakeholders to deliver the project on time and within budget.
- Demonstration of a successful software testing project utilising a best practice method/technique.
- Evidence and evaluation of overcoming project challenges/obstacles.
Finalists in this category are:
- Accenture
- Infosys
- Tangerine Bank Canada
- VTB Bank
- EY
Best Overall DevOps Project – Communication Sector
Awarded for the best DevOps project in the communication sector.
Judges were looking for:
- Detailed Discussion of project goals, importance, achievements, resources and successful results.
- Evidence of great vision, forward-thinking & working closely with stakeholders to deliver the project on time and within budget.
- Demonstration of a successful software testing project utilising a best practice method/technique.
- Evidence and evaluation of overcoming project challenges/obstacles.
Finalists in this category are:
- British Telecom in partnership with Accenture
- British Telecom in partnership with Infosys
- Infosys
- Openreach
- Vodafone
- Vodafone in partnership with Sandhata Technologies
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Leapwork Best Overall DevOps Project – Retail Sector
Awarded for the best DevOps project in the retail sector.
Judges were looking for:
- Detailed Discussion of project goals, importance, achievements, resources and successful results.
- Evidence of great vision, forward-thinking & working closely with stakeholders to deliver the project on time and within budget.
- Demonstration of a successful software testing project utilising a best practice method/technique.
- Evidence and evaluation of overcoming project challenges/obstacles.
Finalists in this category are:
- Infosys
- Pret A Manger
- Ciklum
Best DevOps Automation Project
Awarded for the best use of automation in a DevOps project.
Judges were looking for:
- Detailed discussion around project methodology, resource choices, project Goals, importance, achievements and Successful result.
- Demonstrate the positive impact such as Decrease in Production Incidents, Reduced Risk, Deployment frequency and stability.
- Proof of Successful automation in a project.
- Elaborate the Defects uncovered through automation, Mean Time to Detect and Resolve incidents.
- Evidence and evaluation of overcoming project challenges and obstacles.
Finalists in this category are:
- Advanced Micro Devices in partnership with Infosys
- BP International
- British Telecom in partnership with Accenture
- VTB
- Vodafone
- Vodafone in partnership with TCS
- Vodafone in partnership with Sandhata Technologies
Most Successful Cultural Transformation
Awarded for the most successful cultural transformation in a DevOps project.
Judges were looking for:
- Detailed discussion around current culture and challenges, identifying capabilities to enhance business Success and Creating Sustainable transformation.
- Demonstration of breaking down barriers, collaboration, transparency and encouraging the sharing of responsibilities.
- Proof of cultural transformation, Design of Autonomy and Empowerment, Accelerating Growth, Increased productivity.
- Discuss Key performance indicators and how they have impacted towards success.
- Evidence and evaluation of overcoming project challenges and obstacles.
Finalists in this category are:
- APIS IT in partnership with Red Hat
- Credit Suisse
- Infosys
- Vodafone
Leading DevOps Vendor
Awarded to the vendor organisation/service provider/consultancy who receives top marks for their product/service and customer service.
Judges were looking for:
- Evidence and evaluation of a commitment to high quality and standards to customers.
- Commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.
- Evidence of Value for money, reliability, flexibility and responsiveness to change.
- Proof of thought leadership and drive to excel in the DevOps industry.
Finalists in this category are:
- Accenture
- Automation Logic
- Ciklum
- Copado
- Harness
- Infosys
- Testim.io
- Red Hat
