Lessons learned from mapping successful and unsuccessful Agile transformation journeys

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this article is to show how companies that embraced the Agile management mindset succeeded at continuous innovation.

Design/methodology/approach

The article describes the processes and mindsets of companies that successfully and unsuccessfully adopted post-bureaucratic management models.

Findings

Pioneering companies that have adopted a post-bureaucratic mindset are obsessed with adding more value for customers and end-users.

Practical implications

A case example of the model in practice is included.

Originality/value

The article recounts the problems and advantages of both top-down and bottom-up adoption of Agile management concepts and practices.

Citation

Denning, S. (2019), "Lessons learned from mapping successful and unsuccessful Agile transformation journeys", Strategy & Leadership, Vol. 47 No. 4, pp. 3-11. https://doi.org/10.1108/SL-04-2019-0052