Discover five crucial lessons for maximizing ROI on MLOps initiatives in this 30-minute conference talk from MLOps World: Machine Learning in Production. Learn from Stefan Krawczyk, CEO & Co-founder of DAGWorks Inc., as he shares insights gained while developing a self-service MLOps platform for over 100 data scientists at Stitch Fix. Explore the challenges of integrating various components such as A/B testing, feature stores, model registries, data catalogs, lineage systems, python dependencies, machine learning libraries, LLM APIs, orchestration systems, and more. Gain valuable knowledge on creating a cohesive MLOps platform, whether building in-house or purchasing off-the-shelf solutions. Understand what to prioritize and avoid to enhance the effectiveness of your MLOps initiatives, making this talk essential for anyone involved in MLOps implementation or improvement.