All Hands on Tech: The AI-Powered Citizen Revolution

In today's fast-paced world, where digital transformation is not just a buzzword but a necessity, All Hands on Tech by Thomas H. Davenport and Ian Barkin offers a timely and insightful roadmap for leaders looking to empower their organizations through citizen development. This book is a must-read for those wanting to amplify their digital efforts, reduce costs, improve efficiency, and create value by leveraging their greatest asset: their employees.Davenport and Barkin dive deep into real-world examples from industry giants like Shell, BMW, and Michelin, showcasing how these organizations have harnessed low-code/no-code platforms to drive transformation from the ground up. Through engaging narratives and personal stories from the front lines, the authors reveal the power of citizen-led development to democratize technology, foster innovation, and enable people to do more with less.The book underscores a key theme: citizen development is not just a trend; it’s a revolution in the way we work. As Davenport and Barkin aptly put it, "All Hands on Tech" is more than a title—it's a call to action. Citizen development, they argue, is inevitable and poised to become the norm. This insightful work not only maps the current landscape but also explores the future possibilities of a world where employees are empowered to lead with technology in their hands.In an era where organizations are challenged to achieve more with limited resources, All Hands on Tech serves as both a guide and an inspiration for leaders eager to embrace citizen development. If you're looking to transform your organization and create exceptional employee and customer experiences, this book is your blueprint.

Every so often, a book comes along that resonates deeply, pulling you in with its relevance and realism. For anyone who has championed citizen development, like me—someone who has tried and failed multiple times—this book hits home. It addresses the struggles I’ve faced, offering concrete steps to succeed where I’ve stumbled before. It reignites hope, making me want to dive in again, this time with confidence that success is within reach.“…technology is becoming more human, and humans are becoming more technical..” - All Hands on Tech serves as a blueprint and pocket guide—a modern-day hitchhiker’s guide to navigating this bright future of work.

One of the most insightful book on automation I have read. Must read for operators and PE

In All Hands on Tech, Ian Barkin and Tom Davenport emphasize a point that organizations are well-advised noting: Domain experts exist throughout every organization, technology can help them accomplish more. In the age of GenAI, No-Code Tools, and Natural Language prompting, this book serves as the manifesto for empowering teams across the business to not only spot opportunities, but to capitalize on them.