Nicole Forsgren

Nicole Forsgren is a researcher and expert in software development and organizational effectiveness. She is known for her work identifying practices that help technology teams deliver high-quality software faster, reliably, and with better efficiency. Her research, often alongside colleagues like Jez Humble and Gene Kim, highlights how factors like automation, continuous delivery, and a strong culture improve performance. Forsgren co-developed the State of DevOps Report, which provides insights into best practices for operational excellence. Her work helps organizations understand how to optimize their development processes to achieve better business outcomes and technological innovation.