Tactics for Tech Leadership (TTL)

• The Utility of CMM

  In this episode, Mon-Chaio and Andy discuss the Capability Maturity Model (CMM) and its implications for software development organizations. They explore why CMM was chosen for this episode and its connection to previous topics such as the Team Software Process. The conversation delves into the maturity levels defined by CMMI, from 'incomplete' to 'optimizing,' and explores whether the lack of a 'why' behind processes affects the model's utility. The discussion detours into how modern tools like Large Language Models (LLMs) and Copilot can impact software development, highlighting both their benefits and limitations. It ends with reflections on continuous improvement and how organizations can leverage CMM and LLMs for better outcomes.ReferencesCapability Maturity Model for Software, Version 1.1Capability Maturity Model® Integration (CMMI), Version 1.1The Capability Im-Maturity Model (CIMM)

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• Vacationcast: An Announcement

   In this special 'vacation cast' episode, Andy shares an important announcement.Transcript: https://thettlpodcast.com/2025/04/21/s3e15-vacationcast-an-announcement/

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• Does the Empiricism of TSP Provide a Path Forward?

  Andy and Mon-Chaio continue their journey into organizational models by discussing the Team Software Process (TSP). They touch briefly on the origins and history of TSP, its relationship with the Capability Maturity Model (CMM) from Carnegie Mellon, and how it helps teams organize their software development processes. The discussion takes a turn to the philisophical as they explore the empirical nature of TSP, its focus on measurement, and the importance of data-driven decisions. They also debate whether TSP qualifies as a true system of knowledge. By the end, listeners will gain insights into the practical applications of TSP and why it might prompt them to re-evaluate their own measurement practices.Transcript: https://thettlpodcast.com/2025/04/15/s3e14-does-the-empiricism-of-tsp-provide-a-path-forward/ReferencesThe Team Software Process - https://insights.sei.cmu.edu/documents/645/2000_005_001_13754.pdfUsing TSP Data to Evaluate Your Project Performance - https://apps.dtic.mil/sti/tr/pdf/ADA537112.pdfRationalism vs. Empiricism - https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/rationalism-empiricism/

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• Chaos and Leadership: Lessons from the Alien Chess Philosophy

  In this episode, Mon-Chaio and Andy dive into the intriguing concept of 'Alien Chess' and its relation to leadership and organizational diagnosis. They reflect on its connection with the four spheres of knowledge discussed in the previous episode and critically analyze its validity as a system within organizations. They draw parallels from the Cynefin framework, extreme programming, and real-world applications, debating whether alien chess is a useful model or leads to high-functioning, learned helplessness. Join the discussion on the balance between strategic planning and adaptable responses in leadership and technology sectors.ReferencesThe Resilience of Alien ChessCynefin frameworkThe Parable of Alien Chess

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• The 4 Spheres of Knowledge for Diagnosis

   In this episode of Tactics for Tech Leadership, Andy and Mon-Chaio dive into the discipline of organizational diagnosis through the lens of the paper 'Organizational Diagnosis: an Evidence-Based Approach' by McFillen, Balzer, Varney, and O'Neil. They discuss the need for a rigorous approach to diagnosis in organizational design and change. The focus is on understanding the four spheres of knowledge: standards, solutions, symptoms, and systems. These spheres provide a structured approach to making evidence-based diagnoses. The hosts emphasize the importance of coherence in systems and how teams can implement this structured thinking into their practices to ensure organizational health. The conversation provides insights and actionable advice for technical leaders aiming to improve their diagnostic practices and organizational change efforts.Transcript: https://thettlpodcast.com/2025/04/01/s3e12-the-4-spheres-of-knowledge-for-diagnosis/ ReferencesOrganizational Diagnosis: An Evidence-based Approach - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/239796277_Organizational_Diagnosis_An_Evidence-based_ApproachThe history of the theory of the circulation of the blood - https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.3233/CH-168031

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