Luniel de Beer, Co-Author of Ready: Why Most Software Projects Fail and How to Fix It

In this episode of the Leanpub Podcast, Len Epp interviews Luniel de Beer, co-author of Ready: Why Most Software Projects Fail and How to Fix It and co-founder of Producore. Luniel explains why so many software projects fail due to poor preparation, misaligned expectations, and weak communication between business and development teams. He shares insights from his book on how to create clarity, resilience, and real value in projects by aligning strategy with execution, strengthening collaboration, and focusing on measurable outcomes. The discussion covers both the pitfalls and practical solutions for teams aiming to consistently deliver successful software.

This interview was recorded on August 25, 2025.

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