Automated Dependability Assessment in DevOps Environments

Abstract

We present an industrial experience report of the application of automated dependability assessment to a major Digital Transformation Initiative. This effort involved significant investment in the development, automation and visualization of the Non-Functional Requirements (NFRs). We present the details around the objectives of the NFR effort, challenges, the technical approach adopted, summary of results, and lessons learned. A clear description of steps which worked well are provided as well as the challenges which were found in meeting a wide range of technical and organizational goals in this process. A focus on the methods and results of developing NFRs within a DevOps environment and across a large heterogeneous computing platform are emphasized.