Automate first: the CTO playbook for APIs, observability, and vendor accountability
In Episode 2 of The Global CISO Podcast , host Chuck Herrin welcomes Hitesh Patel, F5 Field CTO and fellow million-miler, to decode the mindset shift behind effective automation. They explore why automation starts with intent – not tools – and how a “bias toward automating first” can transform daily operations. They get specific: using declarative APIs to reduce complexity, evaluating vendors based on API quality and observability, tips for managing technical debt, and strategies for building an...
