The technology world has been turned on its head over the past 18-24 months, with most focus currently on the appropriate application of Generative AI, and adjustments in virtualization strategies based on major market changes. What’s been neglected, but remains incredibly important, is an approach to application delivery that leverages rapid and consistent developer onboarding, effective use of automation, quality control, security, and operational flexibility and scalability. The concepts are important in their own right, but also support delivery of Generative AI-based applications and new approaches to virtualization management.