Tag: strategy

A practical framework for trusting your gut

Phil McKinney offers a three-step framework to turn unreliable gut feelings into a systematic and reliable tool for decision-making.

The bitter lesson for organisations

Ethan Mollick's article on 'The Bitter Lesson' suggests that brute-force AI may outperform human-designed processes, but where do humans still hold the advantage?

Aligned autonomy: from military strategy to engineering teams

An exploration of how the concept of aligned autonomy in business mirrors the effective military doctrine of mission command.

Roger Martin on going on the offensive with creative strategy

A reflection on Roger Martin's argument that creative innovation requires an offensive mindset, challenging the business world's reliance on historical data for future predictions.

Frameworks for measuring developer productivity

A look at the DX frameworks for measuring AI and developer productivity, placed in the context of other models like DORA and SPACE.

From platform engineering to platform democracy

An exploration of the evolution from platform engineering to a more collaborative 'platform democracy', driven by developer needs and efficiency.

From theory to practice: How organisations are adopting AI

A look at a Stack Overflow article showing real-world examples of AI implementation at companies like Cloudflare, GitHub, and Abnormal AI.

Reflecting on AI's real impact on engineering leadership

A look at the 2025 LeadDev report on AI in engineering, and why a clear roadmap is more important than ever for successful adoption.

A practical take on prioritisation

A summary of Jason Cohen's framework for identifying high-impact tasks and managing the consequences of intense focus.

Assessing new technology with Readiness Levels

A practical look at using Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) and Commercial Readiness Levels (CRLs) to assess new technologies and decide where to invest effort.

The value of the expert generalist

A reflection on a Thoughtworks article about why combining broad skills with deep expertise is crucial for modern technologists.

Shape your work, influence strategy

A practical method for teams to shape their work, influence strategy, and bridge the gap between high-level vision and daily execution.

Finding leverage in the middle: Thoughts on domain engineering

A look at Jack Danger's concept of Domain Engineering and why this often-neglected middle layer is crucial for long-term strategy and scalability.

A practical toolkit for technology strategy

Moving from high-level maps to ground-level execution by combining Wardley Maps, Pace Layering, and structured strategy frameworks.

A clear framework for the build vs. buy decision

A reflection on a simple yet powerful rule for deciding when to build software versus buying it, inspired by an article from Entropic Thoughts.

Smart People Don't Chase Goals - They Create Limits

Exploring how setting boundaries and constraints can be more effective than traditional goal-setting, especially in complex environments like software development.

Moving beyond point-by-point arguments

Sean Goedecke's article on why point-by-point arguments are harmful offers a better approach, aligning well with systems engineering principles.

Navigating the Corporate Maze

Reflecting on an article about driving change in large, bureaucratic organisations, focusing on stakeholder management, role clarity, and aligning with company rhythm.

Actionable strategy: implementing an ML platform in an energy business

A practical guide to applying Will Larson's strategy framework for selecting and deploying a machine learning platform, addressing common organisational challenges.

Decision-making pitfalls for leaders from Chelsea Troy

Chelsea Troy's insights on common decision-making traps in technical leadership.

Inspiring Persons: Will Larson's systems thinking approach to engineering strategy

How Will Larson transforms complex engineering challenges like LLM adoption into structured conversations using simple systems models

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