The benefits of Agile are compelling, but obtaining them in practice requires operational readiness, which is not well-developed or integrated in many organizations. When we begin working with a new client, we look for certain capabilities to pave the way for a successful Agile launch. My next few posts will discuss key operational capabilities and Continue
A Way Out of IT Frustrations
The list of IT frustrations is well understood by many, but few know what can be done about them. Prior attempts to solve these systemic problems focused on tighter controls and better tools, yet these approaches have proved ineffective. This is where Agile and previous attempts at fostering business/IT innovation diverge. Agile was designed to Continue
IT vs. The Business: Why do we butt heads
It’s no secret that many business executives have a low opinion of IT, but more surprising is how many within the IT/engineering ranks are also frustrated with how collaboration with the business has nearly always set them, and the business, up for disappointment. In working with our Fortune 1000 clients over the years, I’ve compiled Continue