Gitlab’s Directly Responsible Individuals#

Article: https://about.gitlab.com/handbook/people-group/directly-responsible-individuals/

Notes#

  • DRI is accountable for the success or failure of that project.

  • Everyone can give input.

  • DRI makes a decision.

  • DRI does not have to explain why they’re making a decision, and they absolutely do not have to convince other people.

  • DRI consults with all teams that have action items to ensure they have context and that actions are assigned.

Conclusion#

Gitlab process reminded me of Architecture Advice Process, but they never refer to it. They might have something like ADR, but it’s not called that way. Overall, I think, it’s a sensible adaption for an async work style.