Cover for An Elegant Puzzle - Systems of Engineering Management

An Elegant Puzzle - Systems of Engineering Management

Will Larson

Summary

Engineering management is a complex discipline that merges technical expertise with leadership skills to build and sustain high-performing teams. Will Larson's work offers a systematic approach to navigating the challenges managers face in engineering contexts, focusing on scalable solutions and thoughtful decision-making. By addressing the nuanced interplay between people, processes, and technology, this book presents a framework for creating efficient and adaptive engineering organizations.

  • Systems Thinking: Engineering management benefits from viewing teams and processes as interconnected systems rather than isolated components.
  • Balancing Trade-offs: Managers frequently face difficult choices involving trade-offs between speed, quality, and team...

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