Are We Operating in a Post-Agile World? Part 5 — Embracing Strategic Agility

Giles Lindsay
5 min readOct 15, 2024
Post-Agile World
Post-Agile World

In this fifth instalment of the series “Are We Operating in a Post-Agile World?”, we look at strategic agility and why it’s vital for modern organisations. We’ll explore how it helps businesses handle complexity, manage risks, and keep improving.

The Shift to Strategic Agility

Moving beyond traditional Agile, strategic agility has become a must-have. It’s about weaving Agile principles directly into an organisation’s decision-making and strategy. It’s not just a project management tool; it’s a way to stay adaptable and spot new opportunities quickly.

Understanding Strategic Agility

Defining Strategic Agility

Strategic agility keeps organisations flexible and responsive. It blends Agile’s core values with long-term planning, embedding agility across the entire business, not just in one department.

Key Components of Strategic Agility

  • Vision and Leadership: Leaders must set a clear, Agile-aligned vision that encourages growth and adaptability.
  • Organisational Culture: A culture open to change, innovation, and collaboration is essential.
  • Customer-Centric Approach: Making…

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