Build Momentum
Implementing new processes, technologies, or methodologies often faces resistance and challenges. However, a structured, phased approach can significantly increase your chances of success. Enter the "crawl, walk, run, sprint" framework – a powerful strategy to gradually build capabilities and drive change.
"The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new." - Socrates
1) The Crawl Phase: Start with Fundamentals
Every journey begins with a single step. In the crawl phase, you establish the foundational elements necessary for your transformation:
📌 Define clear objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs)
📌 Implement core practices and tools
📌 Conduct training sessions to build essential skills
📌 Run small pilot projects to test, gather feedback, and learn
By starting small, you minimize risk and build confidence before scaling further.
2) The Walk Phase: Gaining Momentum
With the basics in place, it's time to start walking:
✅ Expand adoption across more teams and projects
✅ Provide coaching and mentoring
✅ Refine processes based on feedback
✅ Measure progress against defined KPIs
As you walk, you'll reinforce learnings, ensure consistent execution, and optimize your efforts.
3) The Run Phase: Achieving Proficiency
As your organization becomes proficient, you'll enter the run phase:
🏃♀️ Broad scaling across the organization
🏃♂️ Continuous improvement through retrospectives
🏃♀️ Consistent, measurable results against KPIs
🏃♂️ Develop internal expertise and champions
Teams will operate independently, and you'll sustain momentum through continuous improvement.
4) The Sprint Phase: Accelerating Growth
In the final sprint phase, your organization reaches an advanced level of maturity and agility:
🚀 Implement advanced practices (automation, DevOps)
🚀 Foster a culture of innovation and experimentation
🚀 Leverage data-driven insights for decision-making
🚀 Continuously evolve to stay ahead of market changes
This phase is all about rapid adaptation and maintaining a competitive edge.
"Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future." - John F. Kennedy
Find your Path
The crawl, walk, run, sprint framework offers a structured approach to navigating complex organizational changes. By building capabilities incrementally, you manage risk, increase buy-in, and create a solid foundation for long-term success.