Tapas
Separation of Symptom from Problem
If we see an issue, we typically think “this is a problem”. In general this is however not quite correct. Typically we see symptoms. A symptom is a sign for
Shape
Shape or the organization’s formation provides the framework for the work, including management and leadership. Fit for Purpose ensures that the organization is set up in such a way that
Shared values and principles
“If you’re not willing to accept the pain real values incur, don’t bother going to the trouble of formulating a values statement.” Patrick M. LencioniTweet Transformations that start with a
Situational Awareness
“The problem is, most managers aren’t aware of the theories they’re using, and they often use the wrong theories for the situation.“ Clayton ChristensenTweet Situational awareness is about knowing what
Situational Awareness
Empirical processes Decisions are made on the basis of existing knowledge and gain clarity with ever shorter learning cycles.At the beginning of an initiative, it is rarely possible to know
Start with Why
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4ZoJKF_VuA Start with Why is Simon Sinek’s mission to help others do work, which inspires them, and uses real-world examples of great leaders to show you how they communicate and
Stay Healthy
“Fail Early. Fail Often. Fail Forward.” Will SmithTweet There are dangers lurking on a journey. No one wants to be robbed or go down in the agile Bermuda triangle. It
Step A1: Define the System in Focus
Purpose To select a unit as the System-in-Focus and clarify its boundaries. Abstract The VSM is a recursive model, i.e. it describes units on each abstraction level in the same
Step A2: System One, the Operation
Purpose To specify those parts of the system-in-focus which undertake System One (primary) activities. Abstract The system is what it does. Stafford Beer. We start now investigating the inner workings
Step A3: System Two, Stability and conflict resolution
Purpose To identify those parts of the System-in-Focus that ensure that the Operational units interact in a stable manner. Abstract Find the tasks which cannot be executed locally by the