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Managing intercultural Teams

The question of heritage – 8 dimensions of culture
What makes a team efficient – Accelerate
Overcoming geographical differences
Understanding types of developers
Managing with Maslow

The most important factor in managing intercultural teams is understanding the 8 dimensions of culture: Trust, communication, decision, disagreeing, scheduling persuading leading and evaluating. Different cultures interpret these dimensions extremly differently.
Overcoming geographical differences involves leveraging technology and promoting asynchronous communication. Tools like project management software and regular virtual meetings help maintain connection and collaboration, even across time zones.
Finally, applying Maslow’s hierarchy of needs ensures that both basic and higher-level needs are met, creating a supportive environment where team members can thrive.
The effiency of a DevOps teams can be measured by the following performance metrics: lead time, deployment frequency, mean time to restore, lead time and change fail rate. Other factors that influence a teams effieciency are continous delivery, loose coupled architectures, the product process a lean management and available monitoring.
Understanding the different types of developers is also essential. By aligning tasks with each developer’s strengths and motivations, managers can enhance productivity and satisfaction.

About Me

After completing his A-Levels, James pursued an education in Electronics and Communications Engineering in Madras. He furthered his studies with a degree in Computer Science at the University of Applied Sciences in Gummersbach.

James Kimathi is an accomplished professional with a passion for developing application landscapes and ensuring operational excellence in logistical applications. With extensive experience in roles such as Project Manager, Developer, and Technology Consultant across various prestigious organizations in Germany, James has demonstrated expertise in SAP MM, SD, FI, CRM & CO, S4/EWM, DMS/OMS, and more.

He has successfully led numerous projects, including the integration of Amazon and medpex as sales channels, and the expansion of warehouses and product landscapes with cutting-edge technologies like S/4HANA Discovery. James excels in personnel and professional leadership, development of application landscapes. His commitment to fostering team growth and delivering high-quality solutions has earned him a reputation as a dynamic leader in the field of IT logistics and ERP. Currently serving as the Techlead of IT Logistics & ERP in a large online pharmacy, James continues to drive innovation and excellence in every project he undertakes.