Bio
Todd Little is Chairman at Kanban University, the leading provider of professional Kanban management training. He is also a Founder at Accelinnova, a leadership and agility consulting group. Previously he has held executive roles as Vice President of Product Development for IHS, and Director of Software and Technology for Landmark Graphics a division of Halliburton. He has been developing or leading the development of software for over 35 years. For the past 10+ years, Todd has been a frequent presenter at Agile and Software conferences around the globe. He is a founding member and past President of the Agile Leadership Network. He has served on the Board of Directors of both the Agile Alliance and the Agile Leadership Network, and was a co-founder and Conference chair for several of the Agile20XX conferences. Todd is a co-author of the book “Stand Back and Deliver: Accelerating Business Agility,” Addison Wesley
Keynote Title
Evolutionary Change: The Foundation of the Kanban Method
Overview
In today's dynamic business landscape, organizations face the constant need to adapt and evolve to stay ahead. Traditional change management approaches often fall short in addressing the complexities and uncertainties associated with continuous improvement. Enter the Kanban Method—a powerful management approach that embraces the concept of evolutionary change and offers a robust framework for organizations to thrive amidst constant flux.
The Kanban Method, renowned for its agility and adaptability, enables organizations to manage change effectively by embracing an evolutionary mindset. Unlike traditional change management methodologies, which often involve disruptive transformations, the Kanban Method emphasizes incremental, iterative improvements. By visualizing work, establishing clear policies, and implementing feedback loops, teams can proactively respond to evolving circumstances and continuously optimize their processes.
In order to have effective evolutionary change, the Kanban Method emphasizes the importance of continuous feedback loops, empowering teams to learn from their experiences and adapt accordingly. Through regular reflection and data-driven analytics, organizations can foster a culture of continuous improvement, where evolutionary change becomes the norm rather than a disruptive event.
Join us in this enlightening session as we explore the practical application of the Kanban Method for evolutionary change. Discover how organizations can embrace uncertainty, harness the power of incremental improvements, and foster a culture of adaptability. By embracing the Kanban Method, organizations can navigate the ever-changing business landscape with confidence, unlocking their full potential for growth and success.
Workshop Title
Managed Evolutionary Change
Overview
The Kanban Method, renowned for its agility and adaptability, enables organizations to manage change effectively by embracing an evolutionary mindset. Unlike traditional change management methodologies, which often involve disruptive transformations, the Kanban Method emphasizes incremental, iterative improvements. By visualizing work, establishing clear policies, and implementing feedback loops, teams can proactively respond to evolving circumstances and continuously improve their processes.
In this “hands- on” workshop we will explore managed evolutionary change by designing experiments to solve some of the problems that teams have. Using managed evolutionary change can help organizations navigate the complexities of change and ensure long-term success in today's dynamic business environment.
