Take the Risk
Welcome to The Agile CEO, hosted by JJ Sutherland, CEO of Scrum Inc. In this episode, JJ is joined by Ganesh Jayaram, Chief Digital and Information Officer at American Airlines and former executive at John Deere, to reveal how bold, calculated risks are the key to driving real business transformation. Featured in the 10th Anniversary edition of Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time, Ganesh shares the inside story of leading Agile transformations that took both organizations to new heights—modernizing legacy systems, improving efficiency, and delivering tangible results. They dive deep into why now is the time to embrace risk, leverage Agile at scale, and propel your organization ahead of the competition. Ganesh unveils key metrics like "time to understanding, decision, and execution" that empower leaders to make faster, smarter decisions and pivot effectively in high-stakes environments. This episode is a must-listen for any leader looking to ignite innovation, build resilience, and take their organization to the next level. If you're ready to make bold moves and transform your business, Scrum Inc. can help you take that first step.