A renowned computer scientist and organisational behaviour expert who pioneered the Crystal family of methodologies. His work on "software development as a cooperative game" and the introduction of hexagonal architecture has influenced modern development practices. He's recognised for emphasising the human-centric aspects of software development.
The "New New Product Development Game" by Hirotaka Takeuchi and Ikujiro Nonaka introduced the concept of a faster, flexible approach to product development. Emphasising teamwork, self-organisation, and overlapping phases, it likens the process to a rugby match, where teams pass the ball seamlessly. This method, foundational to Agile, encourages innovation and adaptability in competitive markets.
