Netlify Compose 2024 Leadership Breakout

In an era where technology and business are more intertwined than ever, agility in both is crucial for staying ahead of the competition. This fireside chat brings together Netlify and Navan to explore how embracing a composable architecture can drive business innovation, reduce technical debt, and enable rapid response to critical challenges. Join Bill Watson, Senior Front-End Engineer at Navan, and Varun Nehra, Value Engineering Lead at Netlify, as they discuss real-world scenarios where composable strategies have not only solved immediate problems but also delivered significant business impact. Through a candid, conversational format, they will share insights on aligning technology decisions with business goals, the importance of flexibility in modern tech stacks, and how to build for the future without being constrained by legacy systems. This session is tailored for executives looking to understand the business value behind technical decisions and how to leverage composability for sustainable growth.

In this session, Chris and Kelly will discuss the principles of composability, discuss the benefits and challenges of implementing a MACH (Microservices, API-first, Cloud-native, and Headless) architecture, and explore the future of digital commerce and web development. Attendees will gain insights into how adopting a composable strategy can drive business growth, enhance customer experiences, and future-proof their technology stacks. This discussion is for business leaders and tech strategists looking to use the latest in digital architecture.

Bradley is a trailblazing AI expert and visionary entrepreneur, known for founding AnswerAI, the first generative AI platform tailored for enterprise needs, and Last Rev, a leading AI strategy and services firm. His deep expertise in business systems, data integrations, and GPT models fuels his mission to drive innovation and efficiency across various industries. Join Bradley for a compelling session at this year’s Compose event Bradley will be discussing with his client how they leveraged Netlify and Answer AI to increase the user experience for clients and how this company is deploying AI cross functionally all with the help of the Last Rev team!

In today’s rapidly changing business environment, enterprises face constant disruption from evolving technologies, shifting consumer expectations, and new competitive pressures. Traditional, rigid systems struggle to keep up, hindering growth and innovation. A composable digital ecosystem provides a powerful solution, enabling businesses to build modular, flexible systems that can easily adapt to changing needs. By selecting and integrating the right technologies, enterprises can increase agility, improve customer experiences, and reduce operational costs—all while maintaining the ability to scale across multiple brands and markets. This session will explore how leading global companies are leveraging composable architectures to transform their digital ecosystems. Learn how a global consumer goods company modernized 250 digital properties, driving efficiency and brand autonomy, and how a global financial services company created personalized customer experiences across 200+ countries. We’ll also explore the latest trends driving composability and why business leaders must prioritize flexibility and speed to stay competitive.