Building Infrastructure as a Platform - Canva's Evolution from Projects to Platforms

Explore how Canva's infrastructure organization evolved since 2020 in this 12-minute conference talk from the Leadership Track at HashiDays Sydney. Discover the shift from project-based to platform-oriented structures and the significance of empowered teams. Gain insights from Fawaz Ahmad, Head of Infrastructure at Canva, on viewing products, users, and stakeholders, developing a clear vision, and defining success. Learn about the concept of infrastructure as a platform, its historical context, and the importance of empowering teams in modern infrastructure management.

Introduction
What is Infrastructure
Infrastructure in 2012
Platforms
Empower Teams
Stakeholders vs Users
Clear Vision
Empowering Teams