Agile Transformation: Structures, Processes and Mindsets for the Digital Age - Softcover

Perkin, Neil

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0749497475 ISBN 13: 9780749497477

Publisher: Kogan Page, 2019

Synopsis

Traditional organizational structures and cultures are no longer fit for purpose in a digitally empowered world. The number of new and disruptive technologies is increasing, the speed of change shows no sign of slowing down and business leaders and organization development practitioners need to act urgently to enable their companies to succeed in the digital age. Agile Transformation is the much-needed guide to achieving this success. Packed full of practical advice, this book covers everything: why new operating models are needed, how to apply agile principles at scale, leveraging digital-native processes and why change managers need to think big but start small.

Agile Transformation also looks at how to build and engage high-performing teams for change, how to tackle the employee mindset that can hinder agile adoption and why developing an agile business is not a reason to fail to plan. There is also guidance on how to develop fast and focused high-velocity decision making, build momentum for change, and ensure that leadership behaviours and organizational culture catalyse true organizational agility. Featuring case studies from organizations including Amazon, Netflix and Vodafone, this book is crucial reading for businesses wanting to effectively compete in the new world of work.

About this title

About the Author

Neil Perkin is the founder of Only Dead Fish, a consultancy that specializes in applying strategic understanding of emerging technologies to help companies optimize their effectiveness in the digitally empowered business environment. An expert in organizational agility, emerging media and digital strategy, he is a frequent conference speaker, curates the quarterly series of Firestarters thought leadership events for Google UK, and has been named by BIMA (British Interactive Media Association) as one of the most influential people in the UK digital industry.

Review

"'Agile' and 'transformation' aren't just pretty words to say. It's the new way of operating business, and you can't afford to be left behind. You couldn't ask for a better expert guide on the journey than Neil Perkin." (Scott Brinker, VP Platform Ecosystem, Hubspot, Author Hacking Marketing)

"Neil's book addresses a fundamental leadership challenge - how to go from being compelled by the need to reinvent to knowing what the steps in your change plan need to look like. Essential reading." (Bruce Daisley, VP EMEA, Twitter)

"Neil Perkin has written a masterful book on digital transformation, with many practical wisdoms and nuggets waiting to be found. For any organisation trying to create their preferred future, this is a must-read!" (Gerd Leonhard, CEO The Futures Agency, Futurist & Humanist, Author of Technology vs. Humanity)

"Packed full of amazing insights, case-studies and practical examples for implementing Agile Transformation across any organization." (Duncan Hammond, VP Transformation, Warner Music Group)

"An inspiring and practical guide to the why, what and how of transforming businesses to meet the challenges and opportunities of digital disruption. Neil's clear and succinct writing provides an accessible and comprehensive roadmap for leaders to drive customer focused digital innovation." (Judy Gibbons, Chairman at Which?, Non Executive Director at Michael Kors & Hammerson, Deputy Chair at Somerset House)

"These days every company wants and needs to change but the answers seem crypic, vague and often biased. As always Neil writes brilliantly and clearly in what is an actionable yet inspiring, interesting yet practical, tour de force on how people in all natures of Business can adapt to the modern world." (Tom Goodwin, EVP Innovation Zenith, Keynote Speaker, Author, Digital Darwinsim)

"Leading a transformation can be a daunting challenge. With external change happening at such pace and internal change being so complex it can be hard to cut through the noise. Luckily, Neil has done that brilliantly with this book offering plenty of actionable insights that any leader can put to immediate use." (James Haycock, General Manager, Idean UK, Author, Bye Bye Banks)

Edition details

• Publisher: Kogan Page
• Publication date: 2019
• ISBN 10: 0749497475
• ISBN 13: 9780749497477
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 280