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Book Review – Building the Agile Business Through Digital Transformation

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Navigating a Digital Transformation demands a solid strategy, transcending the outdated “Too big to fail” belief. History has shown us with Kodak, Nokia, MySpace, and Blackberry that complacency is not an option. Agility is imperative. Many organizations embark on this journey, but only a fraction succeed. It requires a lot to achieve the highest level of digital maturity. This is not about superficial adjustments or merely focusing on BAU (business as usual) but a comprehensive overhaul. It requires a genuine metamorphosis of resources, processes, culture, and mindsets. As Nassim Nicholas Taleb articulates, becoming antifragile is essential—organizations need the capability not just to endure change but to excel within it.
[Insert Image from Figure 4.1 Digital Transformation and Innovation – You have to get better at BAU and look for differentiation

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Organizational Patterns of Agile Software Development

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In “Organizational Patterns of Agile Software Development,” authors James O. Coplien and Neil B. Harrison provide an extensive examination of how patterns can enhance the structure and execution of software projects. These patterns are designed to establish organizational wholeness that aligns with and advances the organization’s objectives—improving profitability, increasing productivity, and elevating morale. Delve into

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The FIVE DYSFUNCTIONS of a Team

Book Review, Reviews / Ginny Sikri

If you could get all the people in an organization rowing in the same direction, you could dominate any industry, in any market, against any competition, at any time. This is the central theme of this book emphasizing teamwork as the key to successful project outcomes. While building a cohesive team may be difficult, it

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Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time

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Scrum Demystified: Insights from Jeff and JJ Sutherland's "Red Book" In “Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time”, Jeff Sutherland and JJ Sutherland distill the essence of Scrum, providing both beginners and seasoned practitioners with a comprehensive guide to this agile framework. Whether you’re curious about Scrum or an experienced

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Book Review Mike Cohn Agile Estimating and Planning

Book Review: Mike Cohn’s Agile Estimating and Planning

Book Review / Rochelle Tan

In this book review, we delve into the shortcomings of traditional project planning and estimation methods. We will examine how agile techniques and tools assist teams and organizations in transforming project and product uncertainties and risks into more concrete and actionable plans. The book offers robust guidelines and steps for estimation—assessing the scope of work to be done—and planning—effectively implementing and delivering products to customers incrementally.

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Book Review: “Introduction to Generative AI” by Numa Dhamani and Maggie Engler

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As the world of artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly grows in popularity and notoriety, “Introduction to Generative AI” by Numa Dhamani and Maggie Engler serves as a significant beacon for beginners and experts alike. This book provides a broad and extensive overview of Generative AI, with a particular focus on Large Language Models (LLMs), in which

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Book Review: Drive – The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us

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What truly drives us? Is it the primal force of survival? Is it the promise of reward or the threat of punishment? Or could there be a deeper, more intrinsic force at play in our daily work and lives? In his book “Drive,” Daniel H. Pink sets out to answer these questions, taking the reader on an exploration of human motivation, from the dawn of time to the 21st-century workplace.

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Book Review of “Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter” by Liz Wiseman

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Wiseman introduces us to an empowering breed of leaders she coins ‘Multipliers’. These are the Genius Makers who apply their intelligence to amplify the capabilities and smarts of their teams. My key takeaway? Being a Multiplier is not about being the Genius; it’s about catalyzing others’ intellectual skill. Every organization could reap the benefits of nurturing such leaders.

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Book Review: The Disruption Mindset by Charlene Li

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Simple Secret of Successful Disruptive Strategies I skate to where to puck is going to be, not where it has been” ~ Wayne Gretzky In the world of business, disruptive strategies hold the key to success. But what does it mean to be disruptive or to embody the disruption mindset? Charlene Li, a well-known author

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Book Review: Atomic Habits by James Clear

Reviews, Book Review / Cassandra Chew

Can you believe it? It’s already December. With that comes a frenzy of holiday shopping, a slew of reunions with coworkers and old friends, and potentially a string of looming thoughts about the year to come. We get it. With all the excitement and good cheer, one could still get overwhelmed and start ruminating over

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Tribal Unity by Em Campbell-Pretty

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If you’re searching for ways to create a happy and collaborative workplace, look no further than Em Campbell-Pretty’s book: Tribal Unity.

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Book Review: A Sense of Urgency

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What we are aiming for is a true sense of urgency, where people move with purpose and are powered by the desire to win. Now, how do we get there? We start with developing a strategy that caters to the heart and mind.

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Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning

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Looking to improve your learning and memory retention skills? We highly recommend “Make It Stick” by Chi Health and Dan Heath. This engaging book provides valuable insights into effective learning and memory techniques. It offers practical strategies that can help you retain information longer, whether you’re a student, professional, or lifelong learner.

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The Art of Decision-Making: Insights from Blink for Product Management

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We have recently completed reading “Blink” by Malcolm Gladwell, and it has been a thought-provoking experience.

“Blink” examines the fascinating field of snap judgements, noting its advantages and disadvantages. It challenges readers to reflect on their own intuitive judgements and determine when they are useful and when a more deliberate approach can be advantageous.

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The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell – Review

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Ever wonder how something goes viral? What makes something so infectious? I am not mainly referring to a disease or a virus, but more on the lines of ideas or trends. Often we hear something or somebody going viral in social media. It’s often because of a major incident or disaster, a funny video clip,

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