The Delivery Manager Daily

In today’s episode of Delivery Manager Daily, I break down one of the oldest and most unhelpful arguments in digital delivery: Should we run with process, or without it?The truth is far more nuanced.Too much process kills flow.Too little process creates chaos.Real delivery lives in the messy middle — where structure supports speed without suffocating it.We explore:Why “no process” doesn’t exist — only undocumented processWhen process becomes a cage, not an enablerHow Delivery Managers should think about flow over frameworksPractical ways to tune process based on team size, maturity and riskRed flags that you’ve slipped too far into chaos or bureaucracyHow to experiment with process instead of enforcing itHow to build a culture where process serves delivery, not the other way aroundIf you're working in an early-stage start-up, a scaling product business, or a huge enterprise wrestling with governance overload, this episode will help you diagnose where your team sits — and how to steer them toward the sweet spot.Stay up to date with episodes, articles, and digital delivery insights:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariodecristofanoTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/mariodecrista (if you want alternatives, tell me)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariodecristofanoWebsite / Blog: https://mariosblog.co.ukThe Delivery Manager Daily Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5k8f9ZyH3JxJ0Kg (placeholder — add your Spotify link)

In Episode 83, I break down the exact 90-day plan a high-performing Solutions Director should follow the moment they join a consultancy. No fluff, no corporate theatre — just a practical, commercially sharp walkthrough of how to expose the truth in a delivery organisation, restore control, protect margin, and build a predictable engine for long-term success.I've learnt a hell of a lot in this area so I'll go through: • How to conduct a zero-BS portfolio review • Identifying the riskiest accounts before they explode • Establishing minimum viable governance without bureaucracy • Resetting client expectations and decision cadences • Fixing the root causes of margin erosion • Realigning people, skills, and capability safely • Building a scalable delivery playbook • Turning chaos into momentum — fastIf you’re a Delivery Manager, PM, Solutions Lead or aspiring executive, this episode is a masterclass in taking senior ownership and leading with clarity, discipline, and commercial integrity.

In this episode of The Delivery Manager Daily, Mario De’Cristofano explores how AI is reshaping the world of delivery — from digital transformation and software pipelines to logistics, forecasting, and real-time decision-making. We unpack what’s really changing, which skills delivery managers will need next, and how AI-driven delivery ecosystems are rewriting the rules of value, flow, and governance.Expect clear, practical insight for Delivery Managers, CTOs, and digital leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve — with examples from enterprise, manufacturing, and tech.This is the blog I refer to at the end of the episode >>>> here <<<<<<

I wanted to talk about how when organisations want to be truly Agile, it ain't about putting Jira in, mandating its use & bosch - you're Agile. A recent discussion in the pub with a buddy of mine found that he was going through some org challenges, & Jira was being penned as a panacea. Well we've talked about this before right? It's not. So let's find out why. In this short podcast I refer to two great articles, & these are listed below. As always, thanks for listening & see you on the next one.

🎙️ Episode: Emotional Resilience & The Myth of the Unbreakable LeaderIn this episode of The Delivery Manager Daily, Mario De’Cristofano explores what emotional resilience really means for modern leaders — and why wellness isn’t a luxury, it’s an operational necessity.From “urgency theatre” and invisible emotional labour to the quiet cost of leadership masks, Mario breaks down how organisations unintentionally erode resilience and what it really takes to rebuild it — with honesty, boundaries, and recovery at the centre.If you’ve ever felt the weight of always having to be “the strong one”, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Delivery Manager Daily, Mario De’Cristofano dives deep into the messy side of professional life:How to understand whether you’re positively or negatively impacting the world around youHow to cope with the knob heads at work — and why sometimes, walking away is the smartest leadership move you can makeAnd how to truly understand yourself — your reactions, your triggers, and your energyThis one’s part therapy, part leadership masterclass, and entirely honest.Follow Mario for more insights, reflections, and delivery-leadership moments: 🔗 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter/X 📸 Instagram

🎙️ In this episode of Delivery Manager Daily, we dive into some cutting-edge and controversial topics:How AI is shaping vibe coding and why it might change the way teams build softwareThe recent hack at JLR and what it means for the wider cybersecurity landscapeWhy AI-driven note taking could be more of a problem than a productivity boost…and plenty more insights from the world of delivery and digital leadershipFollow Mario De’Cristofano for more thoughts and updates: 🔗 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter/X 📸 Instagram

Welcome to The Delivery Manager Daily, where today we dive deep into the fast-evolving world of vibe coding – a growing trend where developers build through feel, flow, and intuition rather than rigid specs or sprint-driven structures.We explore:What vibe coding actually is (beyond the memes)The challenges it poses for delivery managers and engineering leadsHow to strike a balance between flow state creativity and delivery disciplineWhen vibe coding boosts innovation—and when it just burns timeReal-world scenarios and leadership frameworks to keep projects on trackThis one’s for the delivery managers stuck between a JIRA ticket and a Dev with headphones on at 3am.🎧 Listen in as Mario De’Cristofano unpacks the fine art of vibing without derailing your delivery roadmap.🔗 Links & Socials 📲 Join the community on Telegram: https://t.me/deliverymanagerdaily 🌍 Explore Mario’s world: https://linktr.ee/mariodc 📸 Instagram: @mariodc_uk 🐦 Twitter/X: @mariodc_uk 💼 LinkedIn: Mario De’Cristofano🔥 Don't forget to like, share, and follow the podcast for your daily dose of Agile leadership and digital delivery real talk.#DeliveryManagerDaily #VibeCoding #AgileLeadership #SoftwareDelivery #DevFlow #DigitalStrategy #TechPodcast

🎙️ Vibe Coding: Empowering Delivery Managers in the AI EraIn this episode of The Delivery Manager Daily, Mario DeCristofano delves into the transformative world of Vibe Coding. Discover how natural language prompts are enabling Delivery Managers to prototype ideas swiftly, bridge communication gaps, and accelerate digital delivery.Key Takeaways:Understanding the fundamentals of Vibe CodingThe rise and significance of AI tools in software developmentPractical applications and benefits for Delivery ManagersChallenges and considerations in adopting Vibe CodingResources to get started with Vibe Coding toolsResources Mentioned:Replit: https://replit.comLovable: https://lovable.soV0: https://v0.devPlnnr (http://www.plnnr.co.uk)My GIT repo: (https://github.com/creativepixel)Chat GPT Ethics course for work https://www.udemy.com/course/chatgpt-complete-chatgpt-course-for-work-2023-ethically-chat-gpt/?couponCode=ST15MT20425G3 Ai for beginners https://www.udemy.com/course/generative-ai-for-beginners-b/ LLM Guide, mastering large models & agents https://www.udemy.com/course/llm-engineering-master-ai-and-large-language-models/  The complete Ai guide https://www.udemy.com/course/complete-ai-guide/ Connect with Mario DeCristofano:Website: mariosblog.co.ukTwitter/X: @mariodcInstagram: @mariodcLinkedIn: Mario DeCristofanoYouTube: Delivery Manager DailyTelegram: Delivery Manager Daily ChannelSubscribe to The Delivery Manager Daily:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6jhTwJOEZOjAytXBRz47NUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/mx/podcast/the-delivery-manager-daily/id1569664867Acast: https://shows.acast.com/deliverymanagerdaily