The article critiques the attempt to implement Spotify's agile model, emphasizing that its complex structure may not suit smaller teams. Many companies, including ING, experienced confusion rather than enhanced autonomy. Even Spotify has recognized that their model was more aspirational than practical. The author warns against naively copying practices from successful tech giants, noting that different companies have unique needs and challenges. Instead of blindly following trends like OKRs or feedback styles, companies should critically assess the suitability of these approaches for their specific context.
Blindly copying practices from tech giants can do more harm than good. What works for a company like Spotify, with its unique culture and scale, might not work for you.
When we hit a wall (missed deadlines, user churn, team friction), our first instinct is to look up, not around. "Let's just do what the big guys do."
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