Part 7/10:
An insight from the book Working Backwards, detailing Amazon's evolution, conveys the shift in philosophy led by Jeff Bezos. By dismantling cumbersome permission-seeking processes and advocating for modularization, Amazon empowered teams to pursue innovative ideas autonomously. Two-pizza teams emerged—small, agile groups that could innovate without overwhelming communication burdens. Bezos' vision that builders should be allowed to build reshaped the company's operational landscape.
This decentralized ownership approach resonates strongly with other industry leaders too, such as Steve Jobs at Apple. By fostering team independence, Jobs ensured that creative endeavors were not diluted by outside interference, promoting a culture of focus and excellence.