Technology design now begins with the assumption that disruption will occur at some point in a system’s life. This assumption changes how teams think about responsibility, preparedness, and long-term reliability. Systems are no longer built solely around performance during ideal conditions. Design conversations now include what happens during strain,...

Jay Allen Brent is an American dentist best recognized for his marriage to actress Charmian Carr, who famously portrayed Liesl Von Trapp in the classic 1965 film The Sound of Music. While much of the public attention surrounded his wife’s Hollywood career, Brent led a quieter, professional life rooted...