Hi, I’m Shaun. I help software teams turn complex work into steady, reliable delivery.
I’m a delivery lead and programme manager. In plain terms, I make sure software teams build the right thing, ship it on time, and do it without chaos. I’ve done this for 25+ years for large, well-known companies. I came up as a developer, and these days I use AI in my own work every day. I write here about delivery, flow, and what AI is really changing in how software gets built.
Off the clock, I’m a husband, dog dad to four French Bulldogs, and a Star Wars and video game geek.
A few results
- 18 products built for a banking and insurance data team in three years.
- Took a team from no releases to shipping many times a day.
- Rolled out simple progress measures across 17 teams.
🏅 2024 Delivery Lead Profession Award, John Lewis Partnership.
“He took this team from delivering its first Data Product to a wide range of Data Products across Banking, Insurance and Payments. An asset to any team set up.”
Data / AI Platform Delivery and Operations Manager
John Lewis Partnership
What I write about
- AI in delivery. What I automate, what I steer, and what I leave alone.
- Leading delivery and flow. Keeping work clear, moving, and easy to predict.
- Modern engineering. Shipping often, and learning from failure.
- Leading teams. Trust, ways of working, and getting the best from people.
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Latest writing
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Embrace Servant Leadership as a Delivery Lead
Discover the transformative power of visible leadership, thought leadership, and collaborative empowerment. Embrace curiosity, navigate tech challenges, and foster an authentic, transparent approach. Join the journey of continuous learning, building trust, and making a lasting impact on team performance. Elevate your leadership game and drive successful project deliveries with the force of servant leadership! Continue reading
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Types of Agile Methodology: A Guide to Selecting the Right Framework for Your Team
Explore diverse Agile methodologies and frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, Extreme Programming, and more. Understand the differences between Agile frameworks and methodologies, and discover popular approaches like Lean Product Development and Scaling Frameworks such as SAFe and LeSS. Learn how to assess and choose the right Agile methodology for your team’s unique needs, promoting adaptability… Continue reading
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Why Focusing on Failure Matters
Explore why focusing on failure is a game-changer with insights from Dave Farley. From Apollo missions to everyday code, learn how anticipating failures shapes reliable software. Continue reading