Ingenious Agility: Shaping the Future Through Adaptability and Ingenuity

In today’s fast-changing and complex world, traditional approaches to adaptability are no longer enough. The challenges we face—ranging from economic disruptions to technological evolution and societal expectations—demand more than rigid frameworks and incremental improvements. What’s needed is a bold, transformative approach: Ingenious Agility. Ingenious Agility is not a methodology or a tool; it’s a mindset … Read more

Agility is not an option, it’s a matter of survival

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, agility is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity. Software has become the lifeblood of modern organizations. From small startups to global corporations, software powers everything from operations to customer experiences. As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, the ability to adapt and innovate quickly is essential … Read more

Ethics in Business Agility: Guiding Principles for Organizations and Leaders

It has been a while since I wrote about ethics. But I’ve been driven to put pen to paper, virtually. When you observe others’ ethics fall below your own, it often leads to a range of challenges and dilemmas. Sometimes writing about it helps. Ethics refers to the moral principles and values that guide individuals, … Read more

Curiosity and Systems Thinking: A Powerful Duo

Last week I covered two critical capabilities that stand out in our fast-paced and ever-evolving world, and the increasing complexity of systems. The two capabilities that stand out for me: curiosity and systems thinking. When combined, these two mindsets form a powerful duo that can unlock deeper insights and drive sustainable improvement. A recent Harvard … Read more

How Crucial is Curiosity

A curious article appeared in the September–October 2018 issue of Harvard Business Review, “The Business Case for Curiosity”, being the lead article in HBR’s Spotlight package on Curiousity. “Curiosity, we all know, is the spark that can lead to breakthrough innovation. And it turns out that it helps produce more than new ideas. Recent research … Read more

Enterprises, Stop Copying the Spotify Model

Following on from last week’s post Why Enterprises and Legacy Organizations Struggle with the Spotify Model. Over the years, Spotify’s approach to agility has captured the imagination of organizations worldwide. The promise of empowered, autonomous teams delivering value quickly and consistently is irresistible. Yet, many enterprises, particularly those with long histories (like a 300-year-old UK-based … Read more