Mary Poppendieck Knihy

Building on their breakthrough bestsellers Lean Software Development and Implementing Lean Software Development , Mary and Tom Poppendieck’s latest book shows software leaders and team members exactly how to drive high-value change throughout a software organization—and make it stick. They go far beyond generic implementation guidelines, demonstrating exactly how to make lean work in real projects, environments, and companies.The Poppendiecks organize this book around the crucial concept of frames, the unspoken mental constructs that shape our perspectives and control our behavior in ways we rarely notice. For software leaders and team members, some frames lead to long-term failure, while others offer a strong foundation for success. Drawing on decades of experience, the authors present twenty-four frames that offer a coherent, complete framework for leading lean software development. You’ll discover powerful new ways to act as competency leader, product champion, improvement mentor, front-line leader, and even visionary.From the world’s number one experts in Lean software development, Leading Lean Software Development will be indispensable to everyone who wants to transform the promise of lean into reality—in enterprise IT and software companies alike.

This remarkable book combines practical advice, ready-to-use techniques, and a deep understanding of effective software development. It has transformed software teams, showcasing the potential of its ideas. Lean practitioners have found immense value in the authors' previous work, and this sequel surpasses it, offering a comprehensive exploration of lean principles in software development. The authors blend history, theory, and practical applications seamlessly. Readers will appreciate the depth of knowledge, particularly regarding lean techniques in product development and manufacturing, which are rarely translated effectively to software. The book provides a thorough introduction to lean principles and practices tailored for software managers and engineers, supported by success stories that illustrate the application of these concepts. Each chapter includes exercises to reinforce key points, making it an invaluable resource for those looking to understand how lean ideas can enhance software development. In their sequel, the authors delve deeper into themes introduced in their first book, focusing on value, waste, and people within the context of software. Drawing on their extensive experience, they guide readers through the optimization of the software value stream, presenting proven techniques and case studies from leading organizations. This hands-on approach equips readers with the right questions to ask and the key is