Organizational Gravity | Glossary

Definition

Organization Gravity refers to the rigid structure or hierarchy that can sometimes limit the workflow or capability. To make organizations more Agile, there needs to be a change in organizational culture and a conceited effort to pull away from rigid structures.

Further Reading

  • “Organizational Gravity: A Guide to Strategically Growing Your Company’s Brand, Culture, and Talent”(book), by Tony Kubica.
  • For more on No Estimates, read here and here.

Operating Model | Glossary

 

Definition

An Operating Model is the key to achieving success in Agile. It’s about the process of strategically and efficiently removing  boundaries in traditional process to improve the performance of both the company and the people.  Operating Models are subjective, in regards to the operation. The four ways through which an Agile model can be reached, are Executive Sponsorship, Senior IT Management, Senior Business Management ,and IT Management.

Further Reading

  • “Hacking Marketing: Agile Practices to make Marketing Smarter, Faster and more Innovative”(book), by Scott Brinker.
  • For more on Operating Model, read here and  here.