Strategy

Technology doesn't fail companies. Relationships do. Connection is the answer. Twelve Practices, Thirty Six experts. Must Haves for AI success. Backed by evidence not opinion. Results in multiples, not by margins.

Don't waste your time to learn how to code. That's what AI is here for. This book focuses on the far more profound question: What to code? This is the new meta skill between now and 2030!

Are you a VP or Head of Engineering considering the best quality engineering model for your company? Are you a director of Engineering tasked with rolling out a Quality Coach Model? Are you a test lead or software tester shifting to a quality coach role? The Quality Coach Handbook is your practical guide to shifting to a model where the whole team owns quality and in particular software engineers design, build, test and support software. Print version: Paperback and hardcover are available on Amazon. Use your country's Amazon site (e.g., Amazon.com.au for Australia) to minimise shipping time and cost.

How long can you keep collecting a good salary inside a company that is obviously too inefficient to survive what’s coming? This book shows you how to turn the broken workflows you already understand into income you control - before your paycheck reminds you it was never really safe.

What are KPIs? - everyone might think they know but what are they really?And what are these OKRs that look a bit like KPIs?Should I use them both? How should I combine them?Numbers, numbers, numbers, we might be rational but should we apply them everywhere?If everything is a number then what is the meaning of business and work?

What if learning faster had less to do with talent and more to do with how you learn? Discover the science behind rapid understanding, lasting knowledge and expert-level performance. This book shows you how to spot patterns, build mental models and master new skills faster than you thought possible, without relying on natural genius.

LLMs und Agentic AI sind derzeit Hype. Richtig angewendet können sie extreme positive Effekte bringen. Dieses Buch zeigt, vor welchen Herausforderungen man in großen Unternehmen und speziell auch in regulierten Umfeldern bei der Einführung stehen wird. Das Buch ist eine leicht lesbare Einführung für IT-nahe Führungskräfte und Enterprise Architekten und auch nützlich für IT-Profis allgemein, die in das Thema einsteigen möchten und absehbare Projektfehler vermeiden möchten

Some ideas are difficult to explain, no matter how well you know your subject. The Art of Making the Complex Clear shows you how to make complicated ideas easier to grasp without losing what makes them important. Grounded in science and backed by practical strategies, it helps you explain things in a way people understand, remember and act on.

Stop being a syntax typist. Master Clean Code Architecture and Algorithmic Thinking to become a professional Software Architect in 2026. This blueprint teaches you to build Scalable Systems using Binary Logic, Big O Notation, and proven Software Engineering Patterns. Perfect for the modern Backend Developer, self-taught coder, and Tech Entrepreneur looking to design high-performance software from scratch.

INTJ is one of the rarest personality types in the world. Only about 2.1% of people share it. You notice inefficiency sooner, tolerate stupidity less, and spend years building capability without building leverage.And yet somehow, people with less depth, less skill, and less actual value keep making more money than you.

If a humanoid robot carries about $28,000 a year in fixed cost, then at $60 contribution per billable hour it breaks even at roughly 467 billable hours per year, or just under 9 hours per week. But if supervision is heavier and contribution drops to $28 per hour, break-even jumps to 1,000 hours per year, or about 19.2 hours per week.

Do you know how your tech decisions shape your startup's destiny? Startup Phases For CTOs is the first practical guide specifically tailored for technology leaders navigating the unique stages of startup growth. Veteran CTO coach Stephan Schmidt draws from decades of firsthand experience to unveil how startup stages directly influence technology strategy, architecture, and team management. Learn why decisions that worked at the MVP phase become roadblocks when scaling, discover why hiring strategies shift dramatically after reaching product-market fit, and understand how to cross the critical chasm from early adopters to mainstream success. Packed with real-world insights, actionable advice, and proven frameworks, this book empowers CTOs and tech leaders to master the complexity of startup growth. Your startup’s future depends on your ability to lead through change—make sure you’re ready.

Palantir: Spy-tech, enterprise AI, or the architect of Operational Sovereignty? This unparalleled analysis (current as of Oct'26) cuts through the hype and controversy to reveal Palantir's core technology, its path from meme stock to S&P 500, and its unique strategy for a complex age. Essential insights await.

Unlock the secrets of high-performing tech organizations with 'All Hands on Tech.' Drawing from 40+ years of experience across corporate giants and digital-native companies, this guide offers battle-tested strategies to transform your software development process, boost innovation, and deliver real business value at scale. Learn how to:• Align your tech strategy with business goals• Structure teams for maximum impact and innovation• Implement agile and DevOps practices at scale• Foster a culture that attracts and retains top talent• Deliver value consistently and rapidly Whether you're a CTO, engineering manager, or aspiring tech leader, you'll find actionable insights to transform your organization. This Minimum Viable Book (MVB) is a work in progress, inviting community input to shape its evolution into an indispensable resource for tech leadership.

Explore how a Modern Application Strategy book can take your organization from the basics to the cutting edge of innovation. Learn practical ways to modernize old systems with real-world examples from containers, serverless computing, and microservices. Your guide to technological evolution is here.