Platform engineering (isn’t just about tech, it’s about outcomes) has come a long way in 2025, evolving from buzzword to backbone. Translate technical KPIs like deployment velocity or automated governance into business terms, by shifting "Internal Developer Platform " -> Outcome-Based Platforms (ODP). The term “platform” or even “IDP” means different things to different stakeholders. Nicki urges us to rethink our terminology—perhaps shifting toward Outcome-Based Platforms (ODP) and adopting layered language suited to executives, product owners, and engineers alike. While platforms often deliver early wins, like golden paths, self-service onboarding, and standardization, many stumble in “Day 2” operations due to a lack of visibility, unclear support, or rigid monoliths. Modularity, observability, and clear ownership models are key. Watch the episode #cloudnativefm ->