Examining culture in high-performing organizations 

The metaphor of a large cruise ship is often associated with organizational agility. However, high-performing organizations striving to achieve business agility require much more than adopting the Agile software delivery model to successfully sail through the storm of uncertainties. A new engine in an old ship will not give the flexibility to turn the ship swiftly.

Larman's Law of Organizational Behavior observes that, in large enterprises, culture, behavior, and mindset are highly influenced by the organization's structure. To be nimble, organizations must undergo a surgical correction on their structure, leadership, and culture. In a high-performing organization, the behavior and culture of its leadership determine its transformation success. Leaders have a duty of care for their people, their health, and their wellbeing. When people have been taken care of, the mindset shifts, and the organization's agility...