Making Agile Decisions in a Complex World: Why There Are No Rules
In this video, I explore why decision-making in agile environments is more complex than ever and why there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to using data, telemetry, or evidence-based management.
I share insights into how traditional decision-making frameworks from complicated systems no longer apply in today’s complex and dynamic environments. Using examples from logistics and software engineering, I explain why businesses need to embrace flexibility and creativity to adapt to ever-changing conditions.
Who should watch this video?
If you’re a product manager, Scrum Master, agile leader, or anyone trying to make informed decisions in a fast-paced, complex world, this video is for you. Learn how to adopt a mindset that continuously evolves as you encounter new challenges, surprises, and opportunities in product development and business operations.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction to Agile Decision Making
0:23 Why Traditional Decision Frameworks Don’t Work Anymore
1:38 Chess vs. Poker: Understanding Complex Systems
2:24 The Downside of Using Off-the-Shelf Business Models
4:00 Red Team Thinking: What We Can Learn from the Military
5:28 Embracing Complexity and Unknowns in Product Development
7:02 Adapting Your Business Model to Stay Competitive
8:03 The Risks of Staying Stuck in Bureaucracy
9:50 How Emergent Decision-Making Helps Businesses Thrive
11:05 Tools for Agile Decision Making (Fist of Five, Lean Coffee, etc.)
13:18 The Danger of Letting Business Processes Become Rusty
14:20 Conclusion: Evolving Your Business Practices to Stay Relevant
By the end of this video, you’ll understand why agile decision-making is an ongoing process of adaptation, not a rigid framework. I’ll provide examples of how to embrace emergence, use the right tools for the right situation, and avoid getting stuck in outdated processes.
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