Lessons and Experiences of Leading a Large Agile Transformation

Explore the challenges and triumphs of leading a large-scale agile transformation in this 53-minute Devoxx conference talk. Gain insights into merging startup culture with established enterprise practices, managing distributed teams, and building trust across organizational levels. Learn about effective tools, scope definition, and tradeoffs in the transformation process. Discover key performance indicators, the role of agile coaches, and the importance of guardrails. Delve into mindset shifts, overcoming obstacles, and providing targeted support. Understand how to balance consistency with flexibility, manage dependencies, and navigate the complexities of organizational change. Benefit from recommended books and practical advice on coaching, IT improvements, and handling unexpected issues throughout the transformation journey.

Introduction
The why
Useful tools
Scope
Tradeoffs
Challenges
KPIs
Agile coaches
guardrails
Mindset
The hardest things
Exact support
IT improvement
Baseline consistency
Flexibility
Fires
Coaching
Dependency management
Books to recommend