Why Software Factories Don't Deliver

Bryon Kroger, Founder and CEO of Rise8 and co-founder of Kessel Run—the Department of Defense's pioneering software factory—explored the challenges behind modern software factories not delivering. While Kessel Run achieved notable success by blending military and commercial expertise, many later initiatives struggled to match its impact, and the government faced difficulties in sustaining those that did succeed. In his presentation, Bryon highlighted the organizational, cultural, and technological obstacles that limit effective software delivery.