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Product Agility

By: Ben Maynard
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  • Summary

  • The world of Product Discovery and Creation is becoming increasingly challenging due to mistakes and missed opportunities that are prevalent in agile teams, large-scale Scrum and all other agile frameworks. History has shown that when organisations try and scale their product development to more than one cross-functional team, mistakes are made that cut short many chances of getting all possible benefits.

    The route of this for many is the need for more attention paid to the incredible advancements in Product Management driven by hordes of professional Product People who prove that making their customers happier is not a pipe dream but a hard and fast reality.

    This podcast exists to explore all topics related to Product and Agility and Coaching.

    How do you marry the agile principles with Product discovery?

    Is it really possible to have hundreds of cross-functional teams (or Product Teams) all working from an effectively prioritised single Product Backlog and a dedicated Product Owner?

    How can you embrace continuous improvement and empirical process control for your product, people and processes?

    Ever wondered how to overcome the problems people face when trying to scale the Product Owner role and how it relates to Product Management and Product Teams?

    Baffled by how to define a product in such a way that enables Feature Teams (aka Product Teams) and why doing wrong means you will only ever be stuck with technical teams?

    Scrum Teams are not compatible with modern product management techniques.

    Want to know what Product Focus means and how the right focus makes creating a shippable product less painful?

    Need to get your head around how to blend modern product management techniques with Sprint Planning and Sprint Reviews to achieve Product Increments that cover the entire product?

    This podcast's original focus was on Scaling Scrum vs Single-Team Scrum and how organisations can reap the benefits of Scrum when working on a larger product but still keeping a single product backlog. We found many Product People liked what we said, and then the penny dropped. This isn't a podcast about scaling Scrum or the limitations of single-team Scrum.

    This podcast is for Product People & agile advocates who coach or get their hands dirty with Product creation.

    We promise there is no Taboo topic that we will not explore on your behalf.

    We aim to transcend the conversations about a single team, Daily Scrums, Scrum Masters and the double-diamond and bring everyone together into responsible teams dedicated to working on the entire product to make their customers happier and their lives more fulfilling.

    Come and join us on our improvement towards perfection, and give us your feedback (we have a strong customer focus, too), and who knows, perhaps we will discover the magic wand that we can wave over all the broken agile and sudo-products to create a more resilient and adaptable future by bringing the worlds of Product, Agility and coaching together.

    This podcast has the conversations and insights you need.
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Episodes
  • From Silos to Synergy: The Journey of Wärtsilä’s Agile Transformation (With Mauro Saachi)

    From Silos to Synergy: The Journey of Wärtsilä’s Agile Transformation (With Mauro Saachi)
    Jul 18 2024

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    In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting Mauro Sacchi, an esteemed leader in digital R&D at Wärtsilä, whose innovative approach and vast experience in transforming traditional industries into agile powerhouses.

    We dive deep into the transformative journey of Wärtsilä, a global leader in maritime and energy industries, as they embraced large-scale Scrum (LeSS) to overcome traditional silos and achieve synergy in their product development processes.

    Episode Highlights:

    • The Challenge of Silos: How Wärtsilä’s traditional structure led to fragmented teams and inefficiencies.
    • Discovering LeSS: Mauro’s introduction to large-scale Scrum and his transformative training experience with Bas Vodde.
    • Implementation of LeSS: The decision to transition from multiple backlogs to a single, unified backlog.
    • Creating Synergy: How LeSS facilitated better prioritisation and alignment of team efforts towards customer-centric goals.
    • Unlocking Human Potential: Shifting the organisational mindset to value and leverage the full potential of every team member.


    Key Takeaways:

    1. Embrace Unified Backlogs: Transitioning to a single backlog can significantly enhance prioritisation and team alignment.
    2. Support from Leadership: Sustained leadership support drives and maintains transformative change.
    3. Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration: Breaking down silos and encouraging teamwork leads to better product development and customer satisfaction.
    4. Value Continuous Learning: Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and learning to unlock the full potential of your teams.
    5. Navigate Necessary Friction: Embrace constructive dialogue and friction to achieve the best outcomes.

    Connect with Mauro Sacchi on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3WlJ4az

    Resources:

    • Large-Scale Scrum (LeSS)
    • Wärtsilä: https://bit.ly/3WmNdeD
    • Books by Bas Vodde & Craig Larman on LeSS

    We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Share your insights and continue the discussion on socials using the hashtag #ProductAgilityPodcast.

    Host Bio

    Ben is a seasoned expert in product agility coaching, unleashing the potential of people and products. With over a decade of experience, his focus now is product-led growth & agility in organisations of all sizes.

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    44 mins
  • AI is Revolutionising Creativity (With Ola Handford)

    AI is Revolutionising Creativity (With Ola Handford)
    Jul 11 2024

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    In this episode, Ben Maynard sits down with Ola Handford, a visionary in the tech industry, to discuss the revolutionary impact of AI on creativity. With an extensive background in product development and a passion for innovation, Ola shares how AI is transforming the way we think about creativity in product management. This conversation dives into the ways AI can augment human creativity, streamline workflows, and open new avenues for innovation, making it an indispensable tool for modern product teams.

    Ola on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ola-handford-0b43ba11/

    Key Highlights:

    🔍 05:56 - Social Skills for AI Mastery

    🔍 19:30 - Can AI Stimulate Sympathy

    🔍 31:11 - AI Literacy: Holding Tech Companies Accountable


    Discover practical insights on leveraging AI to boost your creative processes, enhance productivity, and drive innovation in product development. Ola Handford provides a clear roadmap on how AI can be a game-changer for your team, offering real-world examples and actionable advice to help you stay ahead in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends, colleagues, and network. Subscribe to the Product Agility Podcast for more insightful conversations with industry experts.

    Host Bio

    Ben is a seasoned expert in product agility coaching, unleashing the potential of people and products. With over a decade of experience, his focus now is product-led growth & agility in organisations of all sizes.

    Stay up-to-date with us on our social media📱!

    Ben Maynard

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    Listen & Share On Spotify & iTunes

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    40 mins
  • Creating Value and Reducing Risk with Strategic Work Slicing (With Anton Skornyakov)

    Creating Value and Reducing Risk with Strategic Work Slicing (With Anton Skornyakov)
    Jul 4 2024

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    In this episode, Ben Maynard sits down with Anton Skornyakov, a distinguished Agile coach and author of "The Art of Slicing Work." Anton's extensive background in mathematics, physics, and successful startups provides a unique perspective on product development and organisational change. In this conversation, Anton delves into the crucial concept of work slicing, explaining how to create value and reduce risk by strategically breaking down tasks. He emphasises the importance of behaviour change, the hidden complexities in product development, and how to navigate unpredictability with effective slicing techniques.

    Anton on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonskornyakov/

    Key Highlights:

    🔍 15:00 - Product Vision and Roadmap

    🔍 20:29 - Agile Efficiency vs. Flexibility

    🔍 33:32 - The Power of Negative Feedback


    You will gain invaluable insights into how to overcome common barriers in large organisations and implement effective strategies for enhancing product delivery and customer satisfaction. Join us as Anton shares his extensive knowledge and practical tips, equipping you with the tools needed to achieve unparalleled success in a competitive marketplace.

    Reflective Questions for Listeners:

    How can you apply work slicing to achieve better results in your projects?

    What steps can you take to ensure quality assurance in shorter iterations?

    How does your current approach to feedback and change support or hinder your success?

    If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and share it with your friends, colleagues, and network. Subscribe to the Product Agility Podcast for more insightful conversations with industry experts.

    Host Bio

    Ben is a seasoned expert in product agility coaching, unleashing the potential of people and products. With over a decade of experience, his focus now is product-led growth & agility in organisations of all sizes.

    Stay up-to-date with us on our social media📱!

    Ben Maynard

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