Most teams don’t fail because they lack frameworks

TL;DR; Teams usually fail not because they lack frameworks like Agile or Scrum, but because they ignore the feedback these frameworks reveal. The real challenge is creating a culture where teams feel safe and empowered to act on what they learn. Development managers should focus on listening to feedback and enabling teams to address issues, which leads to better performance and competitive advantage.

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