Agile Product Operating Model

A framework for continuous value delivery, enhancing responsiveness to market dynamics and customer needs through a product-focused approach.

A modern organisational framework prioritising continuous value delivery through a product-centric lens. It encompasses practices for iterative development, responsiveness to customer feedback, and alignment with market dynamics, while integrating insights from complexity theory and evidence-based management to enhance decision-making and adaptability.

Transforming Waste into Value: How to Boost ROI with Agile Metrics

Uncover the hidden waste in your organisation! Learn how DORA metrics can boost innovation and ROI while embracing agility for better value.
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Rethinking Budgeting: How to Break Free from Traditional Constraints and Maximise Value

Break free from traditional budgeting! Discover how Beyond Budgeting fosters agility, maximises value, and seizes opportunities in a dynamic market.
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Transforming Scope Creep into Success: Embrace Agility and Deliver Value in a Changing Market

Struggling with scope creep? Discover how embracing Agile principles can help you adapt to change, prioritise value, and enhance your product delivery.
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Building a High-Performance Delivery Engine: Unlocking Success Through Competence and Collaboration

Unlock the secrets to building a high-performance delivery engine! Discover how competence, collaboration, and core philosophies drive software success.
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Metrics and Reports

Discover more about Metrics and Reports and how it can help you in your Agile journey!
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The Strategic Imperative: Empowering Teams with Vision, Goals, and Direction

Unlock your team’s potential! Discover how a shared vision and clear goals drive organisational success and empower informed decision-making. Watch now!
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Empowering Teams to Tailor Their Processes: A Path to True Agility

Empower your teams to adapt processes for greater value! Discover how to break down silos and foster innovation in this Agile reality check.
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The Evolution of Product Management in the Agile Era

Explore the key differences between Agile and traditional product management. Learn how Agile’s faster cycles and feedback loops enhance value delivery!
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Are Your Teams Empowered to Change Requirements Based on User Feedback? If Not, You’re Probably Not Very Agile

Unlock the secrets of Agile Product Management! Discover how team empowerment and user feedback drive success in this insightful video. 💡
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Introducing the Professional Product Validation and Discovery Workshop from Scrum.org

Join our Professional Product Validation and Discovery Workshop to master customer-centric development and validate your product ideas with expert guidance!
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The Fallacy of Equating Agility with Speed: What Agile Really Means

Discover why Agile isn’t just about speed! This video reveals its true focus on value, adaptability, and delivering the right products. Embrace a strategic mindset!
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Turning User Feedback into Actionable Work: A Guide to Maximizing Product Value

Unlock the secrets of Agile Product Management! Discover how short feedback loops can enhance product value and customer satisfaction in under a month.
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Empowering Agile Teams: Why Understanding Product Vision is Key to Success

Unlock your team’s potential by ensuring they grasp the product vision and strategic goals. Discover practical steps to foster alignment and agility!
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Detecting Agile BS: Lessons from the US Department of Defense

Is your company truly Agile? 🤔 Discover a 6-question test inspired by the U.S. Department of Defense to assess and enhance your Agile practices!
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Bridging the Gap: How to Align Your Organisation for Successful Agile Product Management

Transform your product management approach! Discover how to align teams, embrace agile, and maximise value delivery in software development.
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Rethinking Backlog Management: Why a Flat Structure Boosts Agility and Value Delivery

Rethink your backlog management! Discover why a flat structure boosts agility and value delivery in your Scrum and Kanban practices.
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Overview of the 'scaling with portfolio Kanban' course

Unlock organisational efficiency with our “Applying Scaling Portfolio Kanban” course! Learn to manage project portfolios effectively and enhance value delivery.
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Mastering Evidence-Based Management (EBM) for Product Owners: Maximizing Value Delivery

Unlock product success with the PAL EBM course! Discover how evidence-based management empowers product owners to make informed decisions and maximise value.
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Redefining Agile’s Core: Beyond Rituals and Procedures

Discover the true essence of Agile with Ken Schwaber! Learn how to innovate software development beyond rituals for better results. 🌟
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How to Overcome Agile Banditry: A Product Owner’s Journey

Discover how to avoid rigid product ownership in Agile! Join Martin as he shares insights on fostering team engagement and achieving true Agile success. 🚀
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Vision, Value, and Validation: The Keys to Successful Product Management

Unlock the secrets of successful product ownership! Discover Vision, Value, and Validation in our essential guide for aspiring product owners. 🚀✨
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7 Harbingers of the Agile apocalypse. Chaos.

Master agile transformation! 🌟 Join Martin as he uncovers chaos pitfalls and the vital role of communication, direction, and alignment. 🚀
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Does 'starting with why' - Simon Sinek - really matter?

Explore the essence of motivation beyond money! Discover how ‘starting with why’ fuels intrinsic drive and purpose in the workplace.
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7 Deadly Sins of Agile: Greed

Uncover the hidden dangers of greed in agile! 🚫📈 Join Martin Hinshelwood as he reveals how this sin can derail teams and hinder productivity.
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Harnessing Your Entrepreneurial Spirit: Key Strategies for Product Owners to Drive Team Success

Unlock your potential as a product owner! Discover how to connect your team to value and make evidence-based decisions for product success.
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Rethinking Product Backlog: Navigating Through the Weeds of Complexity

Explore innovative strategies for managing your Product Backlog in complex environments. Discover how to enhance agility and foster team autonomy today!
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Storms of Neglect The Perils of Not Delivering Usable Products in Agile Iterations

Explore the critical consequences of neglecting usable products in Agile iterations. Learn how to maintain trust, adaptability, and team morale for success.
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How Usable Working Products Are Your Ultimate Weapon Against Risks

Discover how delivering usable working products can mitigate risks in Agile practices. Embrace feedback loops and automation for true agility!
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Unlocking the Product Owner Potential: Bridging Theory and Practice in Agile Leadership

Unlock the potential of the Product Owner role! Discover how immersive learning bridges theory and practice, empowering you to drive real change in your organisation.
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How good is the APSPO course in helping leaders determine product direction and Why?

Discover how the PSPO-A course empowers managers to transition from project to product leadership, enhancing product vision and team alignment in Agile.
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2023 is predicted to be a very tough year. What do you think will be needed to win and improve?

Discover key strategies for thriving in 2023’s challenges as Martin Hinshelwood explores the essentials for successful Agile leadership and adaptation.
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How is agile product development different to waterfall project management?

Discover how agile product development contrasts with traditional waterfall project management in complex environments. Learn to adapt and thrive!
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There is no place like production

Discover why real user feedback in production is essential for delivering value. Learn to validate assumptions and enhance product success effectively.
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Product Goal is an Intermediate Strategic Goal

Discover how to set effective product goals as intermediate strategic goals to enhance agility and drive successful outcomes in your organization.
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How do you make a good Forecast?

Learn how to create accurate forecasts in agile projects with expert insights from Martin Hinshelwood. Enhance predictability and budget planning effectively!
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DOD has made it illegal to do waterfall

Discover how the DOD’s new procurement rules outlaw waterfall methods, paving the way for agile practices that enhance efficiency and success in IT projects.
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Does your organisation have both Project Mangers as well as Product Owners?

Explore the challenges of having both Project Managers and Product Owners in your organization. Discover how to achieve true agility and team alignment.
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TFS 2012 Agile Planning Tools Issue - nested tasks makes the parent task disappear

Discover why using nested tasks in TFS 2012 Agile Planning Tools can lead to issues. Learn the best practices for effective backlog management.
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