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Troubleshooting Agile

(De)Centralisation Dilemmas

Mar 13, 2024
Explore the centralisation and decentralisation dilemma in tech, highlighting the importance of adapting structures to changing terrain. Discuss database management evolution, pioneer-settler strategies, worldly mapping, and customer experimentation in tech innovation.
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Quick takeaways

  • Centralize tech structures only when stable, but embrace decentralization for uncertainty and innovation.
  • Assess uncertainty levels for optimal centralization, and embrace diverse, decentralized experimentation for rapid learning.

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Decentralization vs. Centralization in Company Strategy

The podcast discusses the concept of decentralization and centralization in company strategy. A humorous joke about changing strategies from centralized to decentralized and vice versa is shared. The example of centralizing services within an enterprise, such as managing databases in the cloud, is highlighted. The discussion emphasizes that in certain cases, centralizing functions can be beneficial when processes are standardized and understood, while in other scenarios, decentralization allows for parallel learning and innovation.

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