Planet Lean: The Official online magazine of the Lean Global Network
Spotify proves the hierarchical organization is an old tune

Spotify proves the hierarchical organization is an old tune

Kristian Lindwall
January 27, 2015

VIDEO INTERVIEW – Hierarchical organization, goodbye! Embracing servant leadership and a horizontal reporting structure, Spotify is redefining the idea of company.


Interviewee: Kristian Lindwall, Agile Coach, Spotify


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5S your mind – Thinking beyond the tools
December 18, 2025
5S your mind – Thinking beyond the tools

FEATURE - Using 5S thinking beyond tools, the article explores how mental clutter, assumptions, and habits create waste—and how structured problem-solving restores clarity.

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Leading a quality revolution
May 23, 2019
Leading a quality revolution

INTERVIEW – A couple of weeks ago, our editor caught up with Toyota veteran Sadao Nomura. In this Q&A, he discusses quality improvement and leadership engagement.

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Why lean thinking is the engine of a digital transformation
February 23, 2016
Why lean thinking is the engine of a digital transformation

FEATURE – The goal of your digital transformation is not only to develop new technologies and innovative processes, but to turn your people into the kind of "smart creatives" who will lead your firm into the future. Lean will get you there.

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A crazy little thing called change
May 21, 2019
A crazy little thing called change

COLUMN – In her first column, the author reflects on the role of leadership in striking a balance between the enthusiasm for change and the need to involve everyone in a transformation.

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