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True stories; comedy, horror and storybook endings

Experiences of organization as it changed and continues to evolve it thinking about how to develop software, told as stories. The names have been changed to protect the innocent; but the experiences are real. You’ll relate to some stories, get a laugh from others and maybe think twice before attempting to replicate one or two.

Todd Shutts

SVP, Advanced Technology Group, Balance Innovations

A software and technology development veteran of 25 years, Todd has a deep and varied background in the design and development of software systems, infrastructure, and technical operations. Since 2007, Todd has been an executive at Balance Innovations, where he serves as Senior Vice President, Advanced Technology Group. In this role, he has led the organization through data center convergence and a transition to cloud-based product offerings, as well as transformed the company’s development process with the adoption of Kanban/Lean. He also focuses on the growth of existing products through new feature delivery, technical vision and cost-effective customer implementation.