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Why Cross-Functional Product Teams Rule

The Pragmatic Embedded Podcast · 19 Jan 2021 · 33m

What this episode covers

Jeff Gable and Luca discuss why cross-functional product teams are superior to traditional siloed departments for developing embedded systems. They argue that functional silos create communication barriers, conflicting goals, and slow feedback loops, whereas small, interdisciplinary teams enable faster iteration and better problem-solving. The hosts share anecdotes from their careers in aerospace, automotive, and medical device industries to illustrate the pitfalls of large corporate structures and the benefits of agile, product-centric organization.

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Boeing, Agile Embedded Academy
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