Title: Framework for DevOps success factors in software development

Authors: J.A.V.M.K. Jayakody; W.M.J.I. Wijayanayake

Addresses: Faculty of Applied Sciences, Uva Wellassa University, Badulla, 90000, Sri Lanka; Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Kelaniya, 11600, Sri Lanka ' Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Kelaniya, 11600, Sri Lanka

Abstract: Adopting DevOps practices allows software development and operations teams to deliver high-quality products quickly. Many researchers view DevOps as a continuation of Agile principles, still it lacks a clear definition and is rarely recognised as a distinct methodology. Therefore, implementing DevOps presents significant challenges, making it crucial to identify key factors for achieving successful adoption. These factors were examined in this research using a structured review of existing literature and confirmed through consultations with DevOps professionals. The findings proposed a framework for DevOps adoption, which was confirmed by a questionnaire survey using structural equation modelling (SEM). The resulting framework identifies critical factors for achieving successful adoption: shared culture of collaboration, DevOps strategies, competent team, performance measurements. This framework aids the software development industry in maximising DevOps benefits and minimising limitations. Additionally, it provides a basis for future studies to examine DevOps maturity as a roadmap for software development organisations, considering industry trends.

Keywords: DevOps; DevOps implementation; DevOps adoption; DevOps Best practices; critical success factors; DevOps framework; DevOps conceptual model; DevOps benefits; DevOps challenges.

DOI: 10.1504/IJISCM.2025.148633

International Journal of Information Systems and Change Management, 2025 Vol.15 No.2, pp.187 - 205

Received: 29 Sep 2024
Accepted: 13 May 2025
Published online: 16 Sep 2025 *

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