Runbooks explain how deployment parameters map to each municipal environment for the next on-call engineer. Why keep that documentation with the automation?
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Short Explanation
Automation without a runbook is like a subway map with no station names—the next on-call still needs the legend. Documenting how parameters map to environments keeps the system operable for people.
Full Explanation
Documentation such as runbooks complements automation by explaining parameter-to-environment mappings and operational steps for humans. Operability depends on both executable code and clear guidance for on-call staff. Docs do not replace IAM, disable drift detection, or eliminate source control.