Andrea Jones Consulting, LLC

Andrea Jones Consulting, LLC was hired by a gem and jewelry solutions company to instill a high-impact work capability and build IT operational stability using an Agile mindset. The company was chosen for its culture fit, cost-value, and aligned company values. The team from AJC, comprised of 2-5 employees, introduced Agile practices to the client’s workforce, designed several Agile teams, and led the teams through the process of creating and managing their own Kaban boards. They also trained several business units and senior leaders in Patrick Lencioni's Working Genius framework. The result was a recognition of individual work preferences and a more structured group activity process to maximize value.

For Palmer Johnson Enterprises, an equipment parts manufacturer, Andrea Jones Consulting, LLC was tasked with establishing an Agile "Project Management Office" framework and aligning the leadership team on priorities. The consultancy was chosen for its high ratings, culture fit, cost-value, and alignment with company values. The team from AJC, consisting of 2-5 employees, established a Steering Committee, used a Prioritization Matrix to identify impactful initiatives, guided Agile Sprint kick-offs and execution, and developed an organizational change management plan. The result was a well-structured and prioritized task backlog and a well-documented Agile Executability Model process.

Andrea Jones Consulting, LLC was hired by Palmer Johnson Enterprises, a powertrain and engine solutions company, to establish an Agile "Project Management office" for the IT Department. The consultancy was chosen for being the best fit for the company's specific needs. The team from AJC, comprised of 2-5 employees, implemented a flexible model to allow the IT team to work on their regular duties while meeting the needs of their customers. They facilitated the initial Agile Project Backlog creation, documented all prioritization work, provided basic training for Agile Sprint Teams and leaders, and created an Agile Executability Model Awareness Campaign. The result was a sustainable Agile model that aligned with the expectations of the senior leaders across all four business units.