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Versa raises $120M for its software-defined networking and security stack

TechCrunch

Networking and cybersecurity firm Versa today announced that it raised $120 million in a mix of equity and debt led by BlackRock, with participation from Silicon Valley Bank. Versa’s large round suggests that, despite the market downturn, VCs haven’t lost faith in cybersecurity vendors yet. billion in 2021).

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AoAD2 Chapter 6: Invest in Change

James Shore

If not, you can hire consultants. Some Agile consultants have change management experience and can guide both aspects of your Agile adoption. Replace waterfall governance policies with Agile governance policies. Remove, revise, or work around HR policies that impede effective teamwork. Reaching the Economic Buyer.

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AoAD2 Chapter 3: How to Be Agile

James Shore

Remove, revise, or work around HR policies that impede effective teamwork. Replace waterfall governance policies with Agile governance policies. Address security concerns that prevent collaborative development. Give each team responsibility for their budget, plans, and results. The VP liked what I had to say.

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