Johanna Rothman

AUGUST 31, 2022

I don't have just one product for my business. And I'm not a team working on just one feature set or a product. However, when I switched to continuous flow, I have a different approach to my planning and sizing of my work: I have a yearly strategy with the answers to who I serve with which products and services.

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Brimstone Consulting

JUNE 29, 2020

important;}”] A conversation on agile strategy and opportunity with Andy Frawley and Bob Weiler. The current environment requires agility and agility, Bob Weiler reminds us, starts with market realities. Andy shares that the organization is continually testing a set of strategies. Market Realities.

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Johanna Rothman

JANUARY 21, 2021

When I think about agile approaches to work, I think about how fast we can change and the cost of those changes. That's why an agile approach with deliverables every day or week doesn't fit with some kinds of projects, such as events. Here, I assume you want multiple releases for your product.

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Brimstone Consulting

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Actionable Strategy Drives Success. Almost 70% of well-formulated strategies fail because of poor execution. While there are many reasons for this high rate of failure, in our work, we have found that the bridge from strategy to execution tends to fail due to one or more of the following reasons: The leadership team is not aligned.

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Business Consulting Agency

JANUARY 11, 2024

Creating a skin care product line is a nuanced endeavor that demands a blend of creativity, scientific precision, and industry knowledge. Business consulting services, particularly those specializing in the beauty and skincare sector, play a crucial role in navigating the complexities of bringing a new brand and product line to life.

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Brimstone Consulting

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Through a combination of add-on acquisitions, capital investment, and the integration of three portfolio companies, a leading private equity firm transformed a local artisanal food manufacturer into a national company with a range of products and a portfolio of brands. Two senior team members were onboarded. Let's talk CONTACT BRIMSTONE.

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Johanna Rothman

MARCH 29, 2022

See Create Your Successful Agile Project for more details.) The reason the teams worked on so many projects was that senior leadership was not clear on the strategy. Those strategy discussions needed to happen and now. The strategy wasn't set in stone (why would it be?), If your data is unreliable, fix that problem first.

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Clarity Consultants

JUNE 30, 2023

Employing a team of strong workers can help you get through these unknown times, which is why investing in employee development is crucial. Learning new skills and competencies is the bread and butter of a learning and development program. Providing learning and development opportunities does just that.

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Johanna Rothman

MARCH 9, 2021

I said that when we focus on individual achievements and deliverables, we ignore the agile system of work. Worse, when we reward individual achievements we prevent an agile culture. That's because agile teams learn together as they create the product. Agile Behaviors for Learning and Working Together.

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Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 9, 2024

Strategic Business Planning Professional consulting services assist entrepreneurs and investors in developing strategic business plans that lay the foundation for startup success. They help define clear business objectives, value propositions, revenue models, and growth strategies that align with market trends and investor expectations.

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Johanna Rothman

MARCH 11, 2021

Worse, most career ladders assume we can assess what a person can do, not on their contributions to an agile team. That means most career ladders don't fit agile teams or an agile culture. Instead of individual achievements, we can reward the types of agile leadership we want to see in agile teams.

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Brimstone Consulting

JUNE 29, 2020

A conversation on agile strategy and opportunity with Andy Frawley and Bob Weiler. The current environment requires agility and agility, Bob Weiler reminds us, starts with market realities. Andy shares that the organization is continually testing a set of strategies. Market Realities. Abandon Perfection.

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Johanna Rothman

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Strategy and Product Feedback Loops. Instead of teams being responsible for delivering product, the managers are responsible for explaining when the managers want to decide. What about product decisions? The product value team might need to see product deliverables at least once a week. Or finish a project.)

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Johanna Rothman

APRIL 2, 2019

We have many words for people who shepherd the business value of a product. When we don't agree, we run the risk of not managing our strategy, not thinking in terms of problems, and not managing our tactics. Here's how I think of the various agile product roles: product managers, product owners, and business analysts.

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Business Consulting Agency

MARCH 15, 2024

Strategic Planning and Analysis Marketing consultants begin by conducting a comprehensive analysis of the company’s current marketing strategies, goals, target audience, industry trends, and competitive landscape.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 7, 2019

In the context of project management, a roadmap can span across multiple timelines for continuous product development. Why do you need a product roadmap? A roadmap is crucial for visualizing a product’s strategy that is aligned with your business goals, while incorporating customer insights for future developments.

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Asamby Consulting

MARCH 17, 2023

One of the most critical challenges facing small business owners is organizational development. In this blog post, we will explore what organizational development is and how small business owners can leverage it to achieve long-term success. What is Organizational Development? Small businesses are the backbone of the economy.

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Johanna Rothman

MAY 3, 2019

I started this series discussing the issue of the various product-based roles in an agile organization. I suggested a product value team because one person becomes a bottleneck. One person is unlikely to shepherd the strategy and the tactics for a product. Can Your Customer Be Your Product Owner?

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Johanna Rothman

MAY 10, 2019

Too many teams have overloaded Product Owners. The teams and PO have trouble connecting the organization's strategy to what the teams deliver. They're not living the principles of the agile manifesto. That insufficient collaboration means the PO doesn't always connect the strategy to the tactics.

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Johanna Rothman

AUGUST 14, 2019

In Part 1 , I wrote about how “Agile” is not a silver bullet and is not right for every team and every product. This post is about how management fits into agile approaches. Too often, managers think “agile” is for others, specifically teams of people. Team-based “agile” is not enough.

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Clarity Consultants

MAY 10, 2023

Learning and development (L&D) are critical for cultivating a capable workforce and supporting educational objectives. Here’s a look at how to create an effective L&D strategy that aligns with your goals. When developing your L&D strategy, recognize that a one-size-fits-all approach isn’t ideal.

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Harvard Business

MAY 4, 2018

In 2001, a new approach to technology development was created by a daring group of developers. Called Agile, the process put customers at the center of product development, encouraged rapid prototyping, and dramatically increased corporate speed and agility. Sponsored by Accenture Strategy.

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Johanna Rothman

JUNE 17, 2022

In Part 1 , I said that product roadmaps are not like car roadmaps. But managers also need to see options so they can discuss the product strategy and refine the corporate strategy (two different conversations). If we don't need feedback, we don't need an agile approach. More on that later in this post.).

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Business Consulting Agency

MARCH 11, 2024

They assist businesses in defining their unique value proposition, optimizing product positioning, and identifying target markets for strategic growth. They leverage market insights, industry expertise, and data-driven analysis to create actionable strategies that drive revenue growth and market share.

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Johanna Rothman

APRIL 23, 2019

Many people in the agile community promote a product orientation over a project orientation. That's possible because an organization has product or feature teams. That works until you have more products than teams. If you keep teams together, you can still use projects in a product-oriented organization.

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Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 5, 2024

A highly beneficial strategy to make digital improvements. Strategic Digital Roadmap Technology and digital consultants collaborate with companies to develop strategic digital roadmaps aligned with business objectives. cloud computing, IoT, AI), innovation strategies, and digital product/service development.

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Business Consulting Agency

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Impact : A product or service without market demand leads to low sales, hindering revenue generation. Insufficient Planning and Strategic Execution : Reason : Inadequate business planning, flawed strategies, or poor execution. Impact : Dysfunctional teams or leadership issues hinder productivity, innovation, and company culture.

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Johanna Rothman

MARCH 12, 2021

You want business agility. The people and teams continue to experiment with agile behaviors. Every team's agile journey is unique. So is each manager's agile journey. If some people aren't sure, they might not be as far along in their agile journey. The teams have worked hard to change how they work. Educate them.

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Business Consulting Agency

JANUARY 30, 2024

The result was a 30% increase in productivity and a successful funding round, showcasing the tangible impact of consulting services. Real-world Example: A local restaurant struggling to increase profitability engaged a business consultant to revamp its menu and implement cost-effective marketing strategies.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 9, 2023

These systems can suggest relevant products that customers are likely to enjoy. For example, Alibaba, a leading Chinese e-commerce company, could conduct sentiment analysis of customer reviews of individual products and services, and use these insights to modify existing products and develop new ones.

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Kates Kesler

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

The axiom has always been to start with a clear strategy if you want to design a sound organization. But, is detailed strategy work even relevant in a world where the external environment is continually changing, requiring companies to regularly shift direction and priorities? Both strategy and organization have to be dynamic.

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Harvard Business

JUNE 13, 2018

By Ayman Sayed, President and Chief Product Officer, CA Technologies. But, what about the application of AI and ML to agile development, testing and even portfolio management? We’re all striving to deliver better products faster to meet customer needs in the marketplace and stay ahead of the competition.

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Business Consulting Agency

JANUARY 16, 2024

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the myriad ways in which business consultants can assist, offering insights, strategies, and support across various crucial areas. Business Planning Assistance: Consultants aid in crafting a comprehensive business plan, outlining goals, strategies, and financial projections.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

By establishing clear lines of responsibility and providing a framework for decision-making, effective governance can increase information flow, enhance collaboration, and accelerate the speed of organizational decision making, thereby boosting organisational agility, reducing risk, and driving organizational success.

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Business Consulting Agency

MARCH 19, 2024

Customized Website Development and Design Technology consultants collaborate with web developers and designers to create customized website solutions that align with the retail brand’s branding, user experience goals, and functionality requirements.

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Business Consulting Agency

OCTOBER 9, 2023

These services not only navigate the complexities of change implementation but also cultivate a resilient and agile organizational culture that thrives in the face of dynamic market demands. These programs foster a culture of learning and growth, enabling employees to embrace change and contribute to the organization’s success.

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Johanna Rothman

AUGUST 11, 2022

Many agile teams and product leaders assume they can make many product decisions on their own. ” However, as the teams work together and explore the product, they assume they can decide on the designs and architecture. Product leaders assume they can plan and replan the product backlog, based on the team's learning.

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