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Unbundling the Enterprise : APIs, Optionality, and the Science of Happy Accidents by Matt McLarty and Stephen Fishman (2024, Trade Paperback)

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Unbundling the Enterprise: APIs, Optionality, and the Science of Happy Accidents Paperback. I reckon this book will be on the desk of all digital leaders and aspirants soon. The new math weaves optionality, opportunity, and optimization beautifully.

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PublisherIT Revolution Press

ISBN-101950508870

ISBN-139781950508877

eBay Product ID (ePID)2332289816

Product Key Features

Book TitleUnbundling the Enterprise : APIs, Optionality, and the Science of Happy Accidents

Number of Pages272 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicLeadership, Web / Web Services & APIs, Infrastructure, General

Publication Year2024

IllustratorYes

GenreComputers, Business & Economics

AuthorMatt Mclarty, Stephen Fishman

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.7 in

Item Weight13.6 Oz

Item Length8.9 in

Item Width6 in

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Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2024-011612

ReviewsI reckon this book will be on the desk of all digital leaders and aspirants soon. The new math weaves optionality, opportunity, and optimization beautifully. While value dynamics is a powerful technique, the economic framing of APIs through the lens of optionality is refreshing., It's no accident that Stephen and Matt have written a book that clearly lays out a path for success in the digital economy. For years, they have been helping organizations drive new business value through the use of APIs. Not only do they show why the world's most innovative companies have a knack for creating repeatable digital success, but they also identify patterns that every business can emulate to reach their goals., Fishman and McLarty make an undeniable argument for making more intentional choices today that open a whole world of possibilities tomorrow. The value dynamics chapter alone is worth the price of admission, but I think readers across business, design, and technology will see the wisdom in these pages and find new ways to collaborate, strategize, and win together., I recommend this book for business folks looking for the 'aha' moment on APIs, and who want to make the business case for APIs in their organization., Fishman and McLarty offer an enlightening look at the role innovation and experimentation play in creating successful products in the digital age., This clear-eyed, highly pragmatic call for embracing digital flexibility as foundational to business models strikes an ideal balance between forward-thinking boldness and breakdowns of established best practices. . . . Unbundling the Enterprise stands out for its practical clarity, especially when it comes to facing the certainty of uncertainty., Absolutely fantastic! Unbundling the Enterprise...blew me away. It is a combination of some of my favorite books: Dr. Carliss Baldwin's Design Rules and Eric Evans's Domain Driven Design, with the strategic business insights akin to Good to Great and Reengineering the Corporation. What a fantastic read. I learned a ton, and it reinforced some fantastic lessons. It's one of the best books I've read in the last year., In an age where the pace of change is faster than ever, this book offers a road map for leaders to harness the power of digital transformation, bridging the gap between high-level strategy and day-to-day operations. It's about creating a resilient organization that thrives on innovation, ready for the future's challenges and opportunities., A phenomenal read! Stephen and Matt captivate you from the start. This book will challenge you to re-evaluate your perspective on how you can differentiate yourself in the modern data ecosystem., This book delves deep into the fabric of digital success, unraveling the stories behind modern enterprises and distilling the essence of what makes them flourish. It's not about the superficial mimicry of successful companies; it's about understanding the underlying principles that drive digital innovation and success. Unbundling the Enterprise provides a blueprint for leveraging APIs to not only achieve seamless integration and enhanced flexibility but also to foster an ecosystem of innovation that can significantly amplify your market reach and financial outcomes., To find novel value (digital treasure), CIOs must dive deep, beyond the surface of websites, and connect the dots in this ever-evolving network of possibilities. Unbundling the Enterprise will help you navigate this vast digital sea., Unbundling the Enterprise speaks to the imperative of digital data strategy for exponential value creation. Written in an approachable and easy-to-understand detail, it is an essential guideline for non-technical business leaders and executives responsible for growth. It will surely serve to inspire a cultural change within organizations by providing a more holistic understanding of the business and its potential attributed to its digital capabilities., In today's rapidly evolving landscape, the key to business success and innovation lies in intentionally fostering an environment that generates and capitalizes on emerging opportunities. Stephen and Matt provide a practical framework for developing the mindset and methodology to build a 'composable enterprise'--one that harnesses optionality, expands its luck surface area, and positions itself to experiment rapidly and convert opportunities into success. With powerful, real-world examples drawn from both digital disruptors and well-established incumbent firms in a variety of industries, Unbundling the Enterprise is an essential read for leaders striving to build an antifragile, thriving business poised for sustainable growth.

SynopsisUnbundling the Enterprise provides a blueprint for organizations to remain relevant and maximize growth in the digital economy by embracing the flexibility and optionality enabled by APIs. Drawing on real-world examples of both innovative "digital pirates" and legacy "digital settlers," authors Stephen Fishman and Matt McLarty articulate strategies to unbundle business capabilities into reusable digital assets. These building blocks can then be rapidly combined and recombined to capitalize on new opportunities and innovations as they emerge. For business and technology leaders, Unbundling the Enterprise provides an actionable methodology to engineer "happy accidents" and sustainable success in turbulent times. Underpinning their strategy are techniques tailored for digital business, like using APIs to create widespread optionality, designing digital business models focused on value exchange, and optimizing outcomes through tight feedback loops. More than copying the superficial traits of digital pioneers, this book reveals the deeper mindset shift required to continually capitalize on unanticipated opportunities enabled by rapid technology innovation., "This clear-eyed, highly pragmatic call for embracing digital flexibility as foundational to business models strikes an ideal balance between forward-thinking boldness and breakdowns of established best practices. . . . Unbundling the Enterprise stands out for its practical clarity, especially when it comes to facing the certainty of uncertainty." --Publisher's Weekly Booklife, Editor's Pick Unbundling the Enterprise provides a blueprint for organizations to remain relevant and maximize growth in the digital economy by embracing the flexibility and optionality enabled by APIs. Drawing on real-world examples of both innovative "digital pirates" and legacy "digital settlers," authors Stephen Fishman and Matt McLarty articulate strategies to unbundle business capabilities into reusable digital assets. These building blocks can then be rapidly combined and recombined to capitalize on new opportunities and innovations as they emerge. For business and technology leaders, Unbundling the Enterprise provides an actionable methodology to engineer "happy accidents" and sustainable success in turbulent times. Underpinning their strategy are techniques tailored for digital business, like using APIs to create widespread optionality, designing digital business models focused on value exchange, and optimizing outcomes through tight feedback loops. More than copying the superficial traits of digital pioneers, this book reveals the deeper mindset shift required to continually capitalize on unanticipated opportunities enabled by rapid technology innovation. " Unbundling the Enterprise ...blew me away. It is a combination of some of my favorite books: Dr. Carliss Baldwin's Design Rules and Eric Evans's Domain Driven Design with the strategic insights akin to Good to Great and Reengineering the Corporation ." --Gene Kim, researcher and bestselling author of The Phoenix Project and Wiring the Winning Organization, Unbundling the Enterprise provides a blueprint for organizations to remain relevant and maximize growth in the digital economy by embracing the flexibility and optionality enabled by APIs. Drawing on real-world examples of both innovative "digital pirates" and legacy "digital settlers," authors Stephen Fishman and Matt McLarty articulate ......

LC Classification NumberHF5548.2.F475 2024