A Practical Approach to Large-Scale Agile Development: How HP Transformed LaserJet FutureSmart Firmware

Chapter 13. Real-World Agile Results: HP FutureSmart Firmware

Up to this point, we have walked through the fundamental changes in our development process and architectural approaches. We have also showed what we changed to reduce cycle time, eliminate waste, and produce other improvements. As you can see in the summary graphic in Figure 13.1, we changed almost everything in our architecture, process, and development environment. What we have not made clear yet is whether this is just an interesting engineering experiment or a significant breakthrough for the business. Why should you care, and why should any business leader of a technology company care? Are the business results significant enough to justify the investments and the journey to change ...