This IDC Perspective explores the transformative impact of generative AI (GenAI) on software development in Asia/Pacific, emphasizing best practices, strategic policies, and regulations. It highlights GenAI's role in accelerating the software development life cycle (SDLC), enhancing productivity, and addressing governance challenges. The study underscores the importance of responsible AI adoption, regulatory compliance, and ethical considerations, urging organizations to integrate AI governance into their development processes to gain competitive advantages and ensure trustworthy innovation."GenAI is revolutionizing software development life cycle, as the adoption in the region sees spike, redefining speed, governance, and innovation, the question here is not about the adoption, it is rather are you ready to adopt it responsibly, securely, and strategically," says Dhiraj Badgujar, senior research manager, IDC Asia/Pacific's xOps, Software Development and AI Developer Strategies Program.
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Overview
Strategic Inflection Point in SDLC Governance: Why Now?
Shift from Developer Productivity to Compliance-Focused Development
Fundamental Need for Model and Application-Level Governance
Licensing, IP, and Attribution Risks Increased
Real-Time Risk Management in Development Toolchains
Key Driving Factors for Regulation
Best Practices
Best Practices for GenAI-Infused SDLC Policy and Regulations
Country-Specific Strategic Policies and Regulatory Landscape
Singapore
India
Malaysia
Indonesia
Australia
South Korea
China
Vendor Ecosystem in Asia/Pacific: Strategic Differentiation via Governance
Responsible AI Governance in Software Development
AI Compliance and Legal Frameworks across Asia/Pacific
Ethical AI Considerations for Developers and Enterprises
Advice for the Technology Buyer
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