In 30 seconds
- Management is too important to leave to managers alone.
- Practices like delegation boards, moving motivators and kudo cards.
- Focuses on energizing people and growing structure.
The core idea
Jurgen Appelo introduced Management 3.0 in his 2010 book of that name. It treats organizations as complex systems and management as everyone's job: managing the system, not the people.
Popular practices
| Practice | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Delegation boards and poker | Clarify who decides what |
| Moving motivators | Explore what drives each person |
| Kudo cards | Peer appreciation |
| Happiness door | Quick feedback on sessions |
See delegation.
Six views
Appelo's model looks at management through six lenses: energize people, empower teams, align constraints, develop competence, grow structure, and improve everything.
Myth vs reality
Myth · Management 3.0 means no managers.
Reality · It changes what managers do.
Myth · It's a framework to install.
Reality · It's a toolbox of practices.
Myth · It's only for agile teams.
Reality · It applies to any knowledge-work organization.
FAQ
Is there certification?
Yes, through Management 3.0 workshops.
Which practice should we start with?
Delegation boards are a common first step.
How does it relate to Scrum?
It complements Scrum by addressing management around teams.