In an ever-evolving business landscape, organizations frequently embark on transformation initiatives aimed at improving agility. Yet, many of these efforts falter, ensnared by a repetitive cycle of anti-patterns. Those ineffective practices that are counterproductive to the desired change. Breaking free from these entrenched behaviors is essential for organizations looking to realize the full potential of … Read more
In today’s fast-paced work environments, it’s really easy to get caught up in the hustle of moving tasks through the system, celebrating outputs, and cutting costs. But are we creating real value? Too often, organizations confuse activity with output and output with outcomes, leading to wasted effort and missed opportunities. Look at all the “busyness” … Read more
Product development and agile organizations, can fall into the trap of routine— daily standups, sprint planning, two-weekly retros, release cycles. While consistency is key for delivery, it can also stifle creativity. It doesn’t have to be like this. Try mixing things up. Workshops break the routine, injecting fresh energy into teams by offering a space … Read more
I’ve been catching up with the latest Fast Company, Forbes, and Inc. articles. One post resonated with me, The Importance Of Embracing A Product Operating Model on the Forbes Technology Council site. Authored by Craig Strong, a Forbes Councils Member (sounds impressive, but I was approached to apply a while back. I honestly thought it … Read more
In an era of rapid change and complex challenges, the need for agility extends far beyond the boundaries of businesses. Public sector organizations grapple with shifting societal demands, evolving regulations, and constrained budgets. Third-sector organizations navigate growing expectations for impact and transparency amidst unpredictable funding landscapes. While businesses aim to stay competitive, public and third-sector … Read more
A few days ago, during a fascinating discussion at a Business Black Belt workshop I was facilitating, we explored an intriguing analogy: eggs and eggboxes in the context of Agile. This discussion delved into the delicate balance between the value (the eggs) and the systems or frameworks (the eggboxes) that ensure their safe delivery. Understanding … Read more