Beyond Agile Transformations: Embracing the Agile Product Operating Model

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In this episode of the Scrum.org Community Podcast, Dave West and PST Andy Brandt explore the state of Agile transformations and the shift toward the Agile Product Operating Model (APOM) as featured in their recently written whitepaper. While Agile has been widely adopted, challenges like misalignment between business strategy and technical execution persist. Andy shares how focusing on products instead of work and starting small with one team can drive meaningful change. They discuss the role of AI in enhancing productivity, the importance of organizational alignment, and how executive commitment can lead to spectacular results. Tune in to learn how to move beyond Agile transformations and embrace a product-first mindset!

Referenced whitepaper: Moving Beyond Agile Transformations: Leveraging the Agile Product Operating Model

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Beyond Agile Transformations: Embracing the Agile Product Operating Model

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