Author: Coco Li

  • Integrating AI with DevOps: Elevating Organizational Performance

    During this session, we will dive deep into the dynamic relationship between DevOps and AI, demonstrating how combining these powerful technologies can significantly enhance your organization’s efficiency and innovation. Our expert speaker will cover the core principles of DevOps and explore how AI advancements are transforming software development practices today. Key Takeaways: Learn the fundamental…

  • Why Project & Product Would Make a Good Couple

    Most enterprises have either started or accelerated their digital transformation. This impacts how they are organized, their way of working, and their usage of technology. With the inevitable adoption of methodologies such as Agile and DevOps, we also observe a fast-growing adoption of Product Management principles and practices. But does that mean that projects are…

  • Leadership Pattern: Invest in Platform Teams and Accelerate the IT Function

    Leadership Pattern: Invest in Platform Teams and Accelerate the IT Function

    The autonomy of teams is supported by the ability to operate as independent teams. The way to achieve autonomy through DevOps is by setting up teams (Business System teams) structured around distinct services and products, as shown in the following figure. The guidance of architects is of great help when setting up teams, such as…

  • Characteristics of Antifragile Organizations

    Characteristics of Antifragile Organizations

    Antifragile organizations have a culture that enables people to learn fast from their environment, adapt to it, and take advantage of volatility. Some of the characteristics of antifragile organizations are: Antifragile organizations support Agile and Lean philosophies well. Many enterprises have invested in these philosophies over the past decades. DDASA DevOps Leader DASA DevOps Leader…

  • Key Methods for Tracking Business Objectives

    Key Methods for Tracking Business Objectives

    Three distinct methodologies to identify, execute, and track business goals with precision and agility. In the dynamic business landscape, aligning objectives and strategies is pivotal for success. Three distinct methodologies, Hoshin Kanri, OGSM, and OKR, stand out as powerful instruments for identifying, executing, and tracking business goals with precision and agility. Hoshin Kanri: Strategic Policy…

  • Business Objectives Should Make the Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG) More Tangible

    Business Objectives Should Make the Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG) More Tangible

    Business objectives, potentially derived from the BHAG, refer to the specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) targets set by an organization to achieve its overall mission and vision. They represent the desired outcomes and results the organization aims to accomplish within a specific timeframe. Business objectives provide a clear direction and focus for the…

  • Common Challenges in Portfolio Management

    Common Challenges in Portfolio Management

    Common challenges Lack of clear portfolio strategy Unclear strategic direction hampers decision-making and leads to confusion and wasted effort. Inadequate portfolio governance Inefficient governance structures and processes result in delays, conflicting priorities, and decision-making bottlenecks. Insufficient alignment between strategy and execution Misalignment between strategic goals and portfolio execution leads to wasted resources and compromised outcomes.…

  • The Relationship Between Product Management and Project, Portfolio, and Service Management

    The Relationship Between Product Management and Project, Portfolio, and Service Management

    Project Management, Portfolio Management, and Service Management are integral components in the broader landscape of organizational capabilities and methodologies. Each plays a unique role, yet they are interconnected and contribute collectively to the overall success and efficiency of an organization. Project Management: Portfolio Management: Service Management: Understanding and optimizing these relationships contribute to a more…

  • DASA Product Management Principles

    DASA Product Management Principles

    IT organizations face a variety of challenges due to the wall of confusion between the differDASA Product Management principles align with key principles and dimensions found in related methodologies and frameworks. Let’s establish the connections: Value-Driven Decision-Making Value-driven decision-making sits at the core of successful product management. Here’s how it connects to key product management…

  • Key Dimensions of DASA Product Management

    Key Dimensions of DASA Product Management

    IT organizations face a variety of challenges due to the wall of confusion between the different teams. Tearing down this wall is, therefore, difficult due to the various challenges.DASA Product Management framework aims to offer guidelines and principles for effectively managing products within an organization. This framework is specifically tailored to address the unique challenges…