Introduction
Agile transformation isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a radical shift that brings clarity, speed, and focus to teams. In today’s post, I share my journey accepting Christian’s offer to help his team pivot from outdated practices to a modern agile mindset, delivering real value to their customers.
The Challenge: Stuck in the Past
At Kiwi, the team was trapped in old ways of working chaos reigned, and misalignment, especially with the Mexico team, led to system stagnation.
Outdated methods, obsolete tools, and a lack of discipline were costing the company dearly.
This situation is not uncommon; many organizations struggle when they cling to traditional practices without adapting to the fast-paced digital world.
The Agile Intervention: A New Way Forward
When Christian reached out, he offered an opportunity for change.
I accepted the challenge to help his team transform their work processes. We adopted agile principles, including iterative planning, daily stand-ups, and cross-functional collaboration. This agile approach helped us:
- Optimize ways of work: Efficieny and optimized processes to deliver products faster.
- Eliminate waste: Cut out practices that no longer served the team.
- Align teams: Create coherence between local and international teams, ensuring that everyone was working toward the same goals.
Implementation: The 5-Month Turnaround
The transformation was not instantaneous. There was initial resistance—people often ask, “Why fix what isn’t broken?”
However, by emphasizing education and the tangible benefits of agile, the team gradually embraced change.
Over five months, we built a disciplined, high-performing unit that now consistently delivers what customers truly need.
Conclusion
The journey from chaos to agility is challenging but immensely rewarding.
By accepting Christian’s offer, I helped turn an outdated team into an agile powerhouse, proving that with the right mindset and tools, any team can achieve remarkable transformation.
