Dr. Gernot Starke, an INNOQ fellow software architect, discusses how cognitive biases like limited perception and confirmation bias affect software teams and their decision-making. These biases can hinder innovation, as teams often focus on familiar ideas and reject new approaches. Gernot emphasizes the importance of architects fostering innovation by using methodologies like Domain-Driven Design and Quality-Driven Architecture, which encourage a focus on business needs and quality requirements. He also highlights the significance of soft skills in software architecture, particularly in communication and understanding human psychology, to improve team collaboration and decision-making.

Key Takeaways:

1. Cognitive biases, such as limited perception and confirmation bias, can obstruct decision-making and innovation in software teams.
2. Architects can help teams overcome these biases by focusing on business needs and quality requirements.
3. Soft skills, including an understanding of psychology, are crucial for architects to improve team dynamics and foster innovation.

Watch the whole interview here: