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    Agile Culture -The Path To Business Success

    Apac CIO Outlook | Monday, June 20, 2022
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    Digital technology and faster communication have transformed the world of work. Consumer demand for better and more customised products and faster service delivery has intensified business competition.

    FREMONT, CA: The corporate world has been revolutionised by digital technologies and improved communication. To stay ahead of the competition, firms must adapt faster than ever before. Consumer demand for better and more personalised products, as well as faster service delivery, has escalated company competitiveness. As a result, the phrase agile has become the new buzzword in the business world. An organization's ability to adjust now is what determines its success. This applies to both technology and employees, with the consumer playing a significant role. Customers will not necessarily gain if a single department is agile. Meeting client needs is critical, and it necessitates the implementation of agile working practices throughout the organisation.

    An agile culture can bring flexibility to businesses. It's a culture that swiftly picks up on and adjusts to internal and external changes. McKinsey, a management consulting firm, identifies five critical factors in agile organisations. These are the following:

    • A corporate strategy with a common goal and vision - dubbed "the North Star" by some.

    • A flat, transparent structure that includes strong leadership, accountable responsibilities, active collaborations, and a network of empowered teams

    • A culture of continuous learning and information transparency that supports learning cycles and allows for quick decision-making.

    • A dedicated and cohesive team environment with dynamic individuals and role mobility

    •Technology is always changing.

    Often firms struggle with agility because they either prioritise speed and flexibility over stability, or they put too much emphasis on economies of scale to change quickly and efficiently. When it comes to corporate success, agility and stability go hand in hand, although paradoxically.

    An agile culture can help a company gain a competitive advantage. However, it is incredibly difficult to create an agile culture that effectively handles the human component. Transitioning through quickly changing technology is difficult, but it is the most straightforward element of the process. Supporting employees through change, on the other hand, necessitates a high level of expertise. Only the most successful agile firms have a deeply entrenched and strong culture that values and cares for their people. The fact that agile firms respect a growth attitude is one thing that sticks out. They know how to communicate effectively, exchange expertise, and engage their staff (not just the management team and a handful of key players). In reality, cultural change is the most significant impediment to agile success. It's not easy to break down silos and form more collaborative and cross-functional teams. Reward and acknowledgement, as well as open and honest communication, are effective mechanisms for changing old habits.

    Customers expect businesses to deliver high-quality goods and services. An agile company can respond to customer requests more quickly and bring new products and services to market more swiftly. Client loyalty is enhanced when a company responds to customer wants. Customer retention is a solid sign of a company's long-term performance and growth potential. Agile businesses have the intellectual capital and growth attitude needed to take the lead in terms of innovation. They innovate more quickly than organisations that do not have an agile culture. Employee feedback and opinions are valued in an agile culture. Morale, employee buy-in, engagement, and productivity all benefit from this. Employees' thinking and behaviour are influenced by their workplace culture. Agile cultures respect the diversity of thought and encourage everyone to engage. This is a key factor in achieving business success. Strong and positive organisational cultures are becoming increasingly related to talent retention. The most successful organisations foster a healthy work environment and assist employees in adjusting to change. In agile corporate cultures, this is critical.

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