Publications & Research Journals
Ordered by date. Non-exhaustive list.
Driving Innovation: How Leaders Create a Learning Culture.
Shupack, J., Koehnemann, H., Furtado, A., Woodruff, B., & Skye, T. (2024, September).
Enterprise Technology Leadership Journal, Fall 2024, 1(2).
https://itrevolution.com/product/driving-innovation
Abstract: This paper explores how leaders can create a learning culture to drive organizational innovation. The authors argue that fostering an intentional learning culture and providing meaningful learning opportunities are crucial for organizational innovation and long-term success. The paper focuses on three levels of learning support: individual (leader as coach), team (scenius or collective genius), and organizational (learning objectives aligned with strategic goals).
How to Thrive (or Fail) in Building a Learning Culture: A Leader’s Guide.
Shupack, J., Koehnemann, H., Fredrick, J., Mayner, S., & Limoncelli, T. A. (2023, September 26).
The DevOps Enterprise Journal: Fall 2023, 5(1).
https://itrevolution.com/product/building-a-learning-culture
Abstract: Leaders in today’s age of digital and AI are challenged by accelerating disruption to their existing customers, markets, and technology. Leaders must foster a learning culture to survive and thrive by leveraging and integrating knowledge, experience, and creativity across their workforce, supply chain, and the broader ecosystem.
Creating a learning culture is hard. We cringe when we hear horror stories, and we celebrate success stories. There is much to learn from both! This paper assembles patterns of behavior often found in learning organizations. For each pattern, we identify a key principle, illustrate it with stories of it being transgressed and stories of it being adhered to, and give specific actions you can apply tomorrow. Each learning pattern is independent of other patterns, allowing leaders to understand and apply them separately or in small groups, depending on their needs.
Overcoming Barriers to Industrial DevOps: Working with the Hardware-Engineering Community.
Johnson, S., Yeman, R., Koehnemann, H., Shupack, J., Yasar, H., Grinnell, B., Brey, D., Farley, S., & Corman, J. (2022, September 27).
The DevOps Enterprise Journal, Fall 2022, 4(2).
https://itrevolution.com/product/overcoming-barriers-to-industrial-devopsriers-to-industrial-devops-working-with-the-hardware-engineering-community
Abstract: The adoption of Industrial DevOps principles is uneven across the value streams of complex systems and the supply chains contributing to regulated, cyber-physical systems at scale. The purpose of Industrial DevOps is to intentionally apply the principles across all functional areas contributing to the system’s design, development, and deployment.
What Agile Thinking In Government Means For Business.
Shupack, J. (2022, August 31).
Forbes.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2022/08/31/what-agile-thinking-in-government-means-for-business
Abstract: If an organization the size of the federal government believes that agile principles are the path forward in an increasingly digital economy, that should ring some bells for business.
How Agile Thinking Has Helped Federal Programs Excel.
Shupack, J. (2022, June 28).
Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2022/06/28/how-agile-thinking-has-helped-federal-programs-excel
Abstract: The federal government is starting to take on a leadership role in using agile business practices to improve effectiveness while accomplishing business goals.
Value Stream Management and Organizing around Value. Shupack, J., et al. (2022). The DevOps Enterprise Journal, Spring 2022, 4(2). https://myresources.itrevolution.com/id006657137
Abstract: This paper explores how enterprises can more effectively organize around value streams to improve customer-centricity and business agility. It presents four key challenges and provides actionable solutions to enhance value stream management.
From Simplify To Amplify: Creating A Continuous Learning Culture. Shupack, J. (2022, April 26). Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2022/04/26/from-simplify-to-amplify-creating-a-continuous-learning-culture
Abstract: Increasing knowledge to stay competitive is a no-brainer, but where to focus, invest, and challenge people with measured outcomes is the big question.
Understanding the Pharma Manufacturer’s Dilemma. How Laboratory Innovations Are Solving the ‘Build versus Buy’ Problem.
Shupack, J. (2022, November 9).
Contract Pharma.
https://www.contractpharma.com/issues/2021-11-01/view_features/understanding-the-pharma-manufacturer-rsquo-s-dile
Abstract: This article discusses how pharmaceutical manufacturers make a critical decision in building internal capabilities or buying from external suppliers. It highlights how laboratory innovations address this dilemma by providing cost-effective and efficient solutions that enhance manufacturing processes and product quality.
Why Digital Transformation Is a Process, Not a Destination.
Shupack, J. (2021, August 9).
Nextgov/FCW
https://fcw.com/it-modernization/2021/08/why-digital-transformation-is-a-process-not-a-destination/259077/
Abstract: Digital transformation is an ongoing journey rather than a one-time project. This piece emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement and adaptation to new technologies and methodologies, stressing that organizations must remain agile and responsive to change.
Building Industrial DevOps Stickiness: Applying Insights.
Shupack, J., et al. (2021, September 28).
The DevOps Enterprise Journal: Fall 2021, 3(2). https://myresources.itrevolution.com/id006657125
Abstract: This paper provides insights into how organizations can enhance the adoption and effectiveness of Industrial DevOps practices. It discusses strategies for integrating DevOps principles into daily operations and ensuring long-term sustainability and success.
Applied Industrial DevOps 2.0.
Shupack, J., et al. (2020).
The DevOps Enterprise Journal, Fall 2020, 2(1).
https://myresources.itrevolution.com/id006657106/Applied-Industrial-DevOps-2-0
Abstract: This article elaborates on the second iteration of Applied Industrial DevOps, presenting advanced strategies and methodologies for implementing DevOps in industrial settings. It highlights the improvements and innovations since the initial version, focusing on optimizing performance and collaboration.
Bold Moves You Can Make: Actions for Positive Transformation.
Shupack, J., et al. (2020).
The DevOps Enterprise Journal, Fall 2020, 2(1).
https://itrevolution.com/product/bold-moves-you-can-make
Abstract: Many large enterprises are experiencing a crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic impacts. Our survey of twenty-one enterprise leaders shows that a crisis can catalyze dramatic, sweeping change.
Leaders should assess the nature of the crisis to their business, define a transformation outcome, make the case for change, and then use the crisis's focus and sense of urgency to drive specific, bold DevOps moves.
For brevity, older work has been archived.