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Once Upon a Time: Getting Things Clear by Making Up Stories
Storytelling has long been a powerful tool for communication, helping to convey complex ideas in an engaging and memorable way. In the workplace, storytelling can be an innovative approach to improve clarity, drive engagement, and foster a deeper understanding of projects and objectives. This article delves into the strategic use of storytelling, offering guidance on…
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Driving Cultural Change: Transforming Geographically Dispersed Teams for Success
With the rise of remote teams and globalized enterprises, organizations are now faced with the challenge of managing geographically dispersed teams. Bridging cultural differences and fostering collaboration among such teams is critical for achieving strategic goals and maintaining your competitive edge. This article explores strategies for driving cultural change and transforming dispersed teams into cohesive…
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Transformation and Strategy Execution: From Silos to Synergy
Many organizations struggle with siloed teams, which impedes synergy and collaboration, ultimately affecting their growth and agility. Breaking down these silos and fostering a culture of cross-functional collaboration can significantly enhance an organization’s ability to execute its strategy and achieve its goals. This article discusses how organizations can shift from working in isolation to achieving…
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Managing Distributed Teams in a DevOps Culture
The evolution of distributed engineering teams has transformed how organizations operate, especially in a DevOps culture. The shift from localized, market-specific offices to global, distributed teams has opened up access to a broader talent pool and driven significant changes in management practices. This article explores strategies for successfully managing distributed teams in a DevOps culture,…
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Diverse Minds, Dynamic Solutions: The Power of Inclusive Innovation
Inclusive innovation leverages the diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills of all team members, driving creativity and improving business outcomes. This article delves into the importance of inclusive innovation, exploring strategies to implement it effectively, and highlighting the tangible benefits it brings to organizations. The Impact of Inclusive Innovation The power of inclusive innovation lies in…
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Lessons From 5 Years of DevOps Coaching
Five years ago, we launched the DASA DevOps Coach program, not fully realizing just how transformative it would become. We’ve witnessed the impact that skilled coaches have made within organizations striving for high performance. As we hit this milestone, we want to share some of the lessons we’ve learned and the growing role of DevOps…
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Unmasking DevOps in Your Organisation
How many times have you heard an organisation say, “we do DevOps”, or “we will handle that by DevOps” or “that will be handed over to DevOps”? In recent months, I have started to hear these statements more regularly; particularly the first one. As a professional who has been involved with DevOps for the past…
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Building High-Performance Software Teams
This article is part of a series on transforming into a high-performance digital organization. To explore the six key themes and start your transformation journey, click here → High-performance software teams are the backbone of a successful digital transformation. These teams are responsible for delivering high-quality software at a rapid pace and for driving innovation and maintaining…
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Transforming into a High-Performance Digital Organization (HPDO): Six Key Themes
Based on extensive research and practical engagement with organizations of varying sizes and across continents, DASA has identified six critical themes essential for achieving High-Performance Digital Organizations (HPDOs). These themes form the cornerstone of successful digital transformation initiatives, addressing most encountered challenges and promising opportunities faced by enterprises. Each organization is unique, with its own…
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Four Challenges of Platform Teams: Insights from ThoughtWorks Experts
Platform engineering is crucial to driving innovation, scaling development, and ensuring seamless integration across organizations. As platform engineers, we often face complex challenges that require strategic solutions, a deep understanding of technology, and the ability to align with broader business goals. In this article, we share our experiences working within platform engineering and discuss some…
