Join Nigel Thurlow, former Chief of Agile at Toyota, as he explores the intersection of Lean and Agile methodologies and discusses the challenges of implementing these processes in organizations.
A new podcast episode of Nigel Thurlow was published on Sep 06, 2022 with the original title:
Agile, Lean, and the Flow System
Overview:
This episode features a discussion with Nigel Thurlow, a recognized expert in Lean and Agile methodologies. Thurlow shares insights from his experience at Toyota and outlines the relationship between Agile, Lean, and the Flow System.
Core content:
- Nigel Thurlow’s expertise encompasses Lean, Agile, and Toyota’s transformation strategies, making him a sought-after advisor for businesses.
- Challenges in implementing Agile at Toyota reveal differences in leadership styles between Japan and the West.
- Insights on the importance of the scientific method and the pitfalls of only using deductive reasoning in Agile practices.
- Thurlow elaborates on the integration of PDCA and Scrum within organizational frameworks.
- The Flow System serves as a continuum linking Agile and Lean practices effectively.
Learnings:
- Understand the distinctions between Agile and Lean methodologies and their respective roles in business transformation.
- Gain knowledge on how cultural differences affect executive leadership approaches to Agile in various regions.
- Learn about the significance of the scientific method in fostering effective Agile practices and overcoming reasoning limitations.
- Explore how combining PDCA and Scrum can enhance project management efficiency and team dynamics.
- Discover how Lean and Agile strategies can be seamlessly integrated into organizational designs through the Flow System.
The original content was published in English.
