Topic: Build systems that survive without you One thing every operations manager should ask themselves: “If I disappear for 3 days, will the work still continue smoothly?” If the answer is no, your systems are weak. A lot of startups unknowingly build dependency on specific people. One person handles payments. One person knows the CRM. One person manages escalations. And the moment they’re unavailable, everything slows down. Strong operations reduce dependency. That’s why documenting processes, assigning backups, and creating visibility is so important. The goal is not to become “irreplaceable.” The goal is to build systems strong enough that work continues efficiently even without constant supervision.