How Prioritizing Speed Undermines Communication in Organizations

Summary

The article argues that when organizations prioritize speed and "moving fast" above all else, communication and collaboration are the first casualties. The author contends that talking takes time, consensus is expensive, and in high-pressure environments, there's no time for scheduled calls, expert input, or resolving differences of opinion. The "ASAP" mentality assumes all relevant parties are already present, but the author believes not everything needs extensive conversation and advocates for getting something in front of users quickly to gauge interest rather than overthinking problems.