April 2025

The rise of Industry 4.0 has ushered in an era of unprecedented connectivity, automation, and data-driven decision-making. Smart factories—where Internet of Things (IoT) devices, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced analytics converge—are revolutionizing manufacturing. But amidst the algorithms and automation, there’s a critical success factor that too often gets overlooked: people. At Thurman Co, we believe […]

One of the most common challenges project managers face is not just delivering successful outcomes—but getting leadership to believe in the project from the start. Even the most innovative, cost-saving, or compliance-driven initiative can struggle without executive support. The reality is, communicating project value to executives isn’t just a soft skill—it’s a critical success factor.

When most people talk about Agile, the big names usually come up first—Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe often dominate the conversation. These frameworks are widely implemented, well-documented, and supported by robust communities. But one methodology, often overlooked despite its elegance and adaptability, deserves a moment in the spotlight: Crystal. Developed by Alistair Cockburn, one of the