Proven Strategies for Eliminating Technical Debt

Eliminate Technical Debt: Automate, Scale, and Innovate with Swantide & Altimetrik
Introduction

In the first part of this blog series, we explored the true impact of technical debt, from rising operational costs to reduced agility and missed growth opportunities. While understanding the problem is the first step, tackling technical debt requires a strategic and deliberate approach.

During the recent webinar hosted by Swantide and Altimetrik, actionable strategies were shared to help organizations address their existing technical debt and prevent its accumulation in the future. This blog dives into these solutions, offering a sustainable growth and innovation roadmap.

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Step 1: Conducting a Comprehensive Technical Debt Audit

To eliminate technical debt, organizations must first understand its scope and impact. This involves a thorough audit of current workflows, systems, and processes. Taylor Lint, Founder and CEO of Swantide, emphasized, “You can’t fix what you can’t measure. A detailed audit helps identify bottlenecks and prioritize areas for improvement.”

Key Questions for Your Audit:

• Which processes rely heavily on manual intervention?
• Are there outdated or redundant systems slowing down operations?
• What are the costs associated with maintaining these inefficiencies?  

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Step 2: Automating Workflows with Swantide: Deploying an Agent

Automation is one of the most effective ways to address technical debt, and Swantide’s AI Assistant paired with its Automated Documentation feature is designed to do just that. Through its plug-and-play feature, Swantide creates visibility into your Salesforce Org and sheds light on inefficiencies. But it is not just a visibility tool – it is an interactive hub that empowers you to take action. The Swantide Workflow Library even allows you to deploy an Agent in just minutes, not months.  

Case Study:
During the webinar, Lint shared an example of a mid-sized retail company that reduced operational costs by 35% within six months of implementing AgentForce. The automation of repetitive tasks freed up resources, enabling the business to focus on innovation and customer engagement.

Step 3: Embracing Agile Frameworks with Altimetrik

Agile transformation goes beyond technical fixes—it’s about fostering a culture of adaptability and collaboration. Jamie Erickson, Senior Client Partner at Altimetrik, described agile frameworks as “the foundation for scalable growth in a fast-changing market.”

Benefits of Agile Transformation:

• Incremental improvements: Address technical debt gradually without disrupting daily operations.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Break down silos to create more cohesive workflows.
• Scalability: Build systems designed to grow with your organization.

Erickson shared a success story of a tech firm that leveraged agile practices to reduce project delivery timelines by 60%, significantly improving time-to-market for new products.  

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‍Step 4: Establishing a Preventative Strategy

While eliminating existing technical debt is critical, preventing its future accumulation is equally important. This requires establishing clear development guidelines, regular code reviews, and consistent documentation practices.

Jamie Erickson’s Advice: “Prevention is about building a culture of accountability. When teams prioritize long-term solutions over quick fixes, they create systems that are built to last.”

Tips for Scaling with Minimal Technical Debt

• Automate Workflows – Use tools like Swantide’s AgentForce to streamline processes and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Adopt Agile Methodologies – Improve adaptability and operational efficiency with agile frameworks for sustainable growth.
• Conduct Regular Technical Debt Audits – Stay proactive by identifying and addressing inefficiencies before they escalate.
• Partner with Expert Consultants – Leverage digital transformation specialists to ensure scalability and long-term success.

Final Thoughts:

Eliminating technical debt is not a one-time effort—it’s an ongoing journey that requires commitment from leadership and teams alike. By leveraging tools like Swantide and adopting agile practices with Altimetrik, organizations can turn inefficiencies into opportunities for innovation and growth.

Ready to start your journey? Schedule a demo today and discover how Swantide & Altimetrik can untangle your technical debt.

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