Process: Less is More

  • By writing down and/or codifying how to do something, you reduce the cognitive load (i.e.: depend less on memory, which is fallible)
  • Having a defined set of steps helps assure the chances of repeatable success (e.g.: if you always follow the brownie’s recipe as it’s written down, then there should be consistency in their quality)
  • It allows you to scale activities. You can deploy one single process across multiple individuals and/or groups and help assure consistency and standardization
  • Focused around accomplishing a specific goal or outcome
  • Defined and implemented by those doing the work
  • As light and simple as possible — KISS or < is >
  • Continuously improved
  • Stopped when no longer helping the team make progress (i.e.: when it becomes an impediment and/or blocker (i.e.: bureaucracy) rather than an enabler)

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