Implementing Organizational Change

The Agile Manifesto offered a philosophy for accomplishing technical work efficiently; The Agile Enterprise builds on the previous text and outlines how to apply Agile concepts throughout an organization. Filled with real-world examples, this book will show students how to break large problems down into smaller, manageable ones; assist managers in finding their value with self-managing teams; and help executives track and recognize success in their businesses. Several methodologies are outlined to help teams operationalize Agile ideas. Organizations should adapt these methodologies to their own circumstances and remember that, with Agile, individuals and interactions are the key, not tools and processes. Chapter 7 discusses Agile and effectively implementing organizational change. Agile will not solve all of a company's problems; rather, obstacles to success need to be identified and addressed before Agile practices can be useful. Plateauing is when a company stalls in a growth phase and is one of the most common problems businesses face. To facilitate company growth, processes and practices may need to be improved, new personnel with specific skillsets may need to be hired, and a culture of learning may need to be fostered. Outside consultants can provide valuable help to organizations for myriad problems, such as missed sales targets or managerial squabbles. Tips on how to successfully work with consultants are offered.

• Agile project management
• Enterprise agility
• Organizational change
• Business management
• Organizational culture
• Organizational development