A Spectrum of SRE Implementation Models

A Spectrum of SRE Implementation models

A significant aspect of SRE implementation at Enterprise is around the model that will enable governance and growth at pace. In this article, we will look at the Hub and Spoke model as an approach to solve the SRE scalability challenges by applying a product management life approach that enables rapid, repeatable SRE practices that are cross-pollinated from the spokes that are usually across business domains.

The Hub & Spoke model not only decentralizes the implementation of solutions, but it also allows for rapid innovation/sharing of ideas across the organization, while centralizing research for the latest best practices. It helps attract, develop, and retains scarce SRE talent, allowing for flexible allocation of resources to keep employees challenged with new perspectives.

A few considerations are as below, as SRE capabilities mature, the governance model will evolve with more talent sitting in the spokes, meaning more work completed by the business sectors & the hub acting as a champion available when needed.

The SRE HUB exists to enable a self-service model for the spokes. Typically built using the in-source model that builds embedded governance that is fit for purpose, the cross-pollination from spokes is key to following the product-based approach by the HUB.

This model decentralizes with the right kind of embedded governance to enable the right kind of growth for the Enterprise while ensuring the scalability of the SRE adoption, fostering a unified positive culture of empowerment.