GitLab states that not every problem should lead to a new process to prevent it. It states that additional processes make all actions more inefficient, while a mistake affects only one action.

GitLab's Caution Against Process Proliferation

GitLab states that after accepting a mistake, people should learn from it. It also states that when team members are free to accept mistakes, they can take more calculated risks.

Learning From Mistakes to Enable Calculated Risk at GitLab

GitLab states that people should have clear objectives and freedom to decide how to work toward them. When possible, GitLab prefers giving people decision responsibility and accountability instead of relying on rules and approval processes.

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GitLab says it demonstrates efficiency by working on the right things, not doing more than needed, and not duplicating work.

Efficiency in GitLab's CREDIT Competencies

GitLab public handbook values page describing CREDIT values, public values, reinforcement mechanisms, remote-work culture, transparency, collaboration, iteration, diversity, inclusion, belonging, and results for customers. https://handbook.gitlab.com/handbook/values/

GitLab Handbook: Values

GitLab's Freedom and Responsibility Principle

GitLab says time gained or lost has compounding effects, so team members should try to get results as fast as possible without compromising other values and communication practices.

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