MLOps is a methodology that manages the complete lifecycle of machine learning applications, enhancing efficiency, scalability, and risk mitigation through automation and collaboration. It is increasingly adopted by companies, with projections estimating the MLOps market to reach $16.2 billion by 2028, as organizations prioritize the quality and deployment speed of their ML models. Key components of MLOps include data preparation, model training, governance, and monitoring, which can be tailored according to project needs.