{"title":"George Spafford","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the transformative works of George Spafford, a renowned author in the realm of business and entrepreneurship. His books offer invaluable insights into the complexities of modern business operations and IT management. Engage with his most acclaimed work, \u003cem\u003eThe Phoenix Project\u003c\/em\u003e, which has revolutionised the way organisations view the relationship between IT and business success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Phoenix Project\u003c\/em\u003e, Spafford, along with his co-authors, presents an engaging narrative that teaches vital business concepts through a compelling storyline. The book is a must-read for professionals seeking to understand and implement effective methodologies to improve IT operations within their companies. Delve into Spafford's collection and gain firsthand knowledge from an expert in transforming business practices in the digital age.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-phoenix-project","title":"The Phoenix Project","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the transformative world of IT with the acclaimed novel, \u003cem\u003eThe Phoenix Project\u003c\/em\u003e, by Gene Kim, Kevin Behr, and George Spafford. As the book reaches its third edition, it continues to be a pivotal guide in the DevOps revolution, offering fresh insights, new research, and an exclusive glimpse into forthcoming projects by Gene Kim and Jez Humble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this compelling narrative is Bill Palmer, an IT manager at the floundering company, Parts Unlimited. Faced with the monumental task of reviving the company's flagship initiative, the Phoenix Project, Bill's career hangs in the balance as the project spirals out of control—over budget, behind schedule, and at risk of failure. Under orders from the CEO, Bill must unravel the chaos within ninety days or face the daunting possibility of his department being outsourced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs pressure mounts, Bill encounters Erik, a prospective board member with an enigmatic philosophy dubbed \"The Three Ways\". Through Erik's unconventional guidance, Bill begins to draw surprising parallels between IT operations and manufacturing processes, empowering him to overhaul work flows, enhance communication between departments, and better integrate IT with the overarching business strategy. As the story unfolds, Bill discovers that the key to success lies in creating harmony rather than chaos, driving innovation through effective collaboration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in an engaging and fast-paced style, \u003cem\u003eThe Phoenix Project\u003c\/em\u003e offers readers a blend of practical insights and relatable experiences. Authored by three visionaries of the DevOps movement, it is a desirable resource for IT professionals and business leaders alike. This riveting story is not just an educational journey but a paradigm shift in understanding IT's vital role in the modern business landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders will not only gain strategies to enhance their IT organisations but also transform their perspective on how IT functions can seamlessly align with business goals. Dive into \u003cem\u003eThe Phoenix Project\u003c\/em\u003e and discover a world where IT triumphs through innovation and collaboration, forever altering how you perceive the power and potential of technology in business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ingram Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45799073775852,"sku":"9781942788294","price":58.12,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781942788294.jpg?v=1728225128"},{"product_id":"the-phoenix-project-1","title":"The Phoenix Project","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Every person involved in a failed IT project should be forced to read this book.\" — TIM O'REILLY, Founder \u0026amp; CEO of O'Reilly Media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Phoenix Project\u003c\/em\u003e is a must-read for business and IT executives who are struggling with the growing complexity of IT.\" — JIM WHITEHURST, President and CEO, Red Hat, Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBill, an IT manager at Parts Unlimited, has been tasked with taking on a project critical to the future of the business, code named Phoenix Project. But the project is massively over budget and behind schedule. The CEO demands Bill must fix the mess in ninety days or else Bill's entire department will be outsourced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith the help of a prospective board member and his mysterious philosophy of The Three Ways, Bill starts to see that IT work has more in common with manufacturing plant work than he ever imagined. With the clock ticking, Bill must organise workflow, streamline interdepartmental communications, and effectively serve the other business functions at Parts Unlimited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a fast-paced and entertaining style, three luminaries of the DevOps movement deliver a story that anyone who works in IT will recognise. Readers will not only learn how to improve their own IT organisations, they'll never view IT the same way again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"This book is a gripping read that captures brilliantly the dilemmas that face companies which depend on IT, and offers real-world solutions.\" — JEZ HUMBLE, Co-author of \u003cem\u003eContinuous Delivery, Lean Enterprise, Accelerate,\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe DevOps Handbook\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ingram Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45799073939692,"sku":"9781950508945","price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781950508945.jpg?v=1728225222"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/george-spafford.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}