How To Overcome Common Hurdles In Adopting DevSecOps

DevSecOps is a proactive, culture-driven approach that integrates security throughout the software development lifecycle. 

Rather than treating security as an afterthought, DevSecOps makes it a shared responsibility across teams. The benefits? Stronger resilience, easier compliance with evolving regulations, and faster time-to-market for new releases and updates.

However, these advantages can only be fully utilized if DevSecOps is implemented effectively and embraced across the organization. In a recent Forbes Technology Council article, industry leaders, including DragonSpears CEO Patrick Emmons, shared insights on overcoming common hurdles in DevSecOps adoption. Patrick highlights one of the most critical success factors: building cross-functional enabling teams to drive collaboration and knowledge-sharing. 

“Major hurdles to DevSecOps adoption are a lack of executive buy-in and insufficient resources. Leaders must invest in dedicated cross-functional ‘enabling teams’ instead of siloed centers of excellence. This ensures collaboration and knowledge-sharing and drives true DevSecOps success.” - Patrick Emmons, DragonSpears CEO

Why Enabling Teams Matter

• Break down silos between development, security, and operations, ensuring alignment on security best practices.
• Provide hands-on support to teams adopting DevSecOps, rather than acting as gatekeepers.
• Foster continuous learning and knowledge-sharing, making security a seamless part of the software development process. 

Whether you’re just beginning your DevSecOps journey or looking to optimize your existing processes, DragonSpears can help you navigate challenges and unlock the full potential of DevSecOps. Ready to take the next step? Contact us to learn how we can help your team succeed. 

Read the full Forbes Technology Council article, ‘How To Overcome Common Hurdles In Adopting DevSecOps.’