In product development, we have learned that autonomous cross-functional teams focusing on users create the most value. The methods we use have undergone significant development over the last three decades, and it is well described how a single team should work to achieve great results; however, it has proven not to be easy or straightforward. On the contrary, many organizations are struggling to maximize value creation. Especially at scale, where many teams work on the same offerings, previous approaches have proved insufficient.
In this article, I will share how a different perspective on team structure design can overcome the typical barriers to optimizing value creation through the right team topology.
I will
- challenge your beliefs on how your development organization creates most value for you and your customers.
- teach you how to design a team structure optimized for value creation,
- possibly also surprise you how this approach also simplifies the way the organization works.
