Evan Leybourn’s Domains of Business Agility

Evan Leybourn, founder of the Business Agility Institute, created the now-famous Domains of Business Agility in a quick sketch before undergoing surgery. Just eight hours later, after accessing his laptop, he discovered that his idea had gone viral and was being discussed globally.

What made his sketch so impactful?

In this video, Leybourn and Sally Elatta of Agile Transformation, Inc. explore the Domains of Business Agility and its role in helping organizations adapt and thrive in a volatile, unpredictable world.

Is Your Organization Adaptable?

The need for business agility is urgent. Many once-thriving companies are no longer in business today. The Forbes 100 list from 30 years ago shows that nearly half of those companies have collapsed. This stark reminder highlights that it only takes a generation for top companies to fade away if they fail to adapt.

As Leybourn says, “A company is only as agile as its least agile parts.” The Domains of Business Agility model teaches organizations how to lead change and not just scramble to keep up.

Customer-Centered Agility

At the heart of Leybourn’s model is the customer. Agile dimensions surround the customer, which emphasizes the need for business agility. Unlike the older SAFe Requirements Model, the Domains of Business Agility Model provides a more holistic approach. The key is placing the “customer’s seat at the table.”

Watch the Video for Insights

In this video, Leybourn offers a detailed explanation of the Domains of Business Agility Model. His insights provide actionable takeaways that can reshape how your organization approaches agility.