Why would some executions be dropped during capacity usage surges?

Executions may be dropped during capacity usage surges primarily due to the simultaneous updates of multiple monitors. In high-demand scenarios, when multiple data points are being monitored at the same time, the system can become overwhelmed. This can lead to a situation where certain executions do not get processed or completed due to resource saturation. The infrastructure may be unable to handle the load caused by parallel processes, resulting in some executions being dropped as the system prioritizes others that are deemed critical.

Efficient monitoring and alerting are essential to ensure system performance and reliability, but during times of intense usage or surges in demand, the concurrent monitoring can trigger this capacity issue. Therefore, effective infrastructure management is crucial to minimize the risk of dropped executions under high loads.