Be among the first to get the latest insights from LEI’s Lean Product and Process Development (LPPD) thought leaders and practitioners. This podcast was delivered to subscribers of The Design Brief, LEI’s newsletter devoted to improving organizations’ innovation capability. It is the second of four in a series focused on craftsmanship or pursuing perfection in products and people. Craftsmanship embodies simple elegance, precise execution, and a deep, personal connection to work that transforms both the creation and the creator.
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In this episode of the WLEI podcast, LEI speaks with software industry veteran Robert Martin. Robert is one of the original signers of the Agile Manifesto and the author of several influential books, including Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship.
During the conversation, Robert shared insightful perspectives on some of the biggest challenges facing software development today. From the demographic problem of perpetual inexperience to his pioneering approach to development dubbed “software craftsmanship” that aims to promote quality work, Robert covered a wide range of issues impacting the industry. Some other topics discussed include:
- Balancing speed and quality in development and emphasizing a quality-first mindset.
- The benefits of test-driven development, such as providing freedom to change code safely.
- AI’s potential impacts and appropriate uses of AI-generated code.
Special Invitation: Lean Product and Process Development Open House
The Lean Enterprise Institute invites you to a virtual open house dedicated to our Lean Product and Process Development (LPPD) initiative on June 20, 2:00-3:30PM EDT. This event is designed for leaders and innovators looking to leverage our expert coaching and training services to transform their product development processes and drive sustainable growth.
Why Attend?
- Discover how LPPD can streamline your product development process, reduce time to market, and enhance product quality.
- Learn from industry experts with extensive experience in lean principles and product development.
- Explore opportunities to collaborate with LEI through our coaching and training services to transform your organization’s product development capabilities.
- Inquire about the LPPD Learning Group to gain insights from forward-thinking peers and continuously improve your processes.
Featured Speakers
- Jim Morgan: Senior Advisor at LEI, former COO at Rivian, former global engineering director at Ford Motor Company, and author of The Toyota Product Development System and Designing the Future
- Dave Leone: Senior Director, Dimensional Management at GE Appliances, a Haier Company
- Lara Harrington and Frank Paluch: Retired Chief Engineer and President at Honda R&D Americas, now lecturers at The Ohio State University
- Kerry Stout: Senior Manager Industrialization at TechnipFMC
- Eric Ethington: Senior Coach and Chief Engineer, Lean Product and Process Development at LEI
Register now to secure your spot and learn how our coaching and training services can help you achieve your goals.