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The Agile Upside in a Downturn
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The Agile Upside in a Downturn

Benjamin Rehberg and David Ritter
Boston Consulting Group, 2019
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This insightful article by Benjamin Rehberg and David Ritter of the Boston Consulting Group explains how adopting agile practices helps companies make the most of economic slowdowns and recessions. You can take steps now to begin implementing agile processes to ensure you’re ready for what the market brings. As the authors point out, every downswing yields winners and losers. If you have the right tools, you’re far more likely to win. Their overview will help senior leaders and executives get ready.

Take-Aways

  • Companies must be agile enough to survive and thrive during inevitable market dips. 
  • Agile practices improve reactivity, keep expenses in check and increase employee engagement. 
  • Agile practices help companies identify and maximize acquisitions. 

About the Authors

Benjamin Rehberg is a managing director and partner at Boston Consulting Group where David Ritter is a partner and director. 

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