SWIFTly Understanding Failure Modes
Mar 18, 2025•39 min•Season 3Ep. 10
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Episode description
In this Tactics for Tech Leadership podcast episode, Andy and Mon-Chaio explore SWIFT (Structured What If Technique). While traditionally seen as a technical tool for failure analysis, the hosts consider its potential applications in leadership and organizational contexts. Listeners will learn how SWIFT can help anticipate system failures even before they occur, from technical systems like Redis caches to social-technical systems like performance reviews and hiring processes. By the end, you'll understand how to adapt this structured method for diagnosing issues and improving both technical and organizational systems.
Transcript: https://thettlpodcast.com/2025/03/18/s3e10-swiftly-understanding-failure-modes/
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