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.

Links to follow

• Effective communication