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The Delivery Manager Daily

mariodecristofano

Without doubt the worlds No1 ( :) ) podcast about delivering digital projects, Delivery Management, Agile & managing & coping as a Delivery Manager in 2025. Join me as I walk through weekly episodes of discussion, talk to guests, offer top tips, strategy & advice on how you can deliver digital projects better. Please head on over to @mariodc on X to follow me there, or @deliverynotts & @dm_daily to get links to the latest episodes & blog posts which you can find on

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21:32

PROCESS OVER OUTCOMES - no that's not right is it.

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/12/12

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

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35:18

Commercial Acumen & Commercial delivery of a project.

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/11/20

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

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30:24

AI in your delivery teams.

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/10/31

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

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17:22

Episode 81:- Talking about Jira again,

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/10/24

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

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15:04

Emotional Resiliency Part 2

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/10/10

🎙️ 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,

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27:56

Ep79 Your emotional & Moral Contract. do you break it?

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/10/10

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

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22:41

Cybersecurity - It's an Issue

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/10/10

🎙️ 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 📸

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28:08

Ep77:- Vibing hard, vibing good

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/05/23

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

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20:23

Ep76 - Vibe Coding - my journey so far & plnnr.co.uk

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/05/16

🎙️ 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

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17:32

EP75 CTO strategic advice, with Ai in mind

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/05/02

In this episode, I lay down the tactical playbook for CTOs operating under pressure in 2025. No budget? No problem. We cover 8 no-fluff, high-impact moves every modern CTO should be executing before asking finance for more runway. From building an AI-first delivery culture to pruning zombie infra, and showing up locally—this is the field guide for tech leaders who deliver.~~JOIN TELEGRAM FOR FOREX TIPZ ~~ kidding! 📌 Expect sharp insights, practical steps, and zero buzzwords.👇 Join the community

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22:49

The 30 minute Stakeholder reset

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/04/25

🎧 Episode: The 30-Minute Stakeholder Reset 🎙️ Delivery Manager Weekly with Mario De’CristofanoStakeholder drift is real — and it’s deadly for delivery.In this episode, I'll lay out a sharp, 3-step reset framework for Delivery Managers to realign with stakeholders, clarify direction, and restore delivery momentum — all in 30 minutes.🔍 You’ll learn how to:State the situation without triggering defenceExpose misalignment with laser-precise questionsRe-contract the relationship for faster decisions

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10:58

EP73 - The Delivery Manager Weekly - The 30 minute...

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/04/04

🎧 Episode: The 30-Minute Delivery Health Check 🎙️ Delivery Manager Weekly with Mario De’CristofanoThink your delivery is going fine? Prove it — in 30 minutes.In this episode, Mario breaks down a tactical, time-boxed framework every Agile Delivery Manager should have in their toolkit. No fluff. No slide decks. Just a sharp, five-part diagnostic to assess flow, clarity, capacity, stakeholder engagement, and delivery readiness — fast.Perfect for retros, 1:1s, or crisis triage.🔍 You’ll learn:The five

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12:22

Standardised Developer environments

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/03/28

🎙️ Delivery Manager Weekly — Episode: Standardised Dev Environments in Sprint 0 Hosted by Mario De'CristofanoIn this episode, we dive into why setting up standardised development environments during Sprint 0 is a critical enabler for delivery success. Whether you're leading a new squad, onboarding engineers, or launching a greenfield build — this is foundational work that removes friction and sets the tone for engineering maturity.You’ll hear about:The purpose of Sprint 0Why “it works on my

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15:37

Ai in your projects

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/03/24

AI projects aren’t coming—they’re already here. Whether it’s chatbots, LLM integrations, or data-driven automation, Delivery Managers are being pulled into artificial intelligence delivery whether they’re ready or not.In this episode, Mario breaks down why AI projects are fundamentally different from traditional software builds, what new skills and frameworks are needed, and how Delivery Managers can take the lead in a landscape full of fuzzy scopes, probabilistic outputs, and ethical pitfalls.This

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29:42

Bias, being White & delivering in volatile environments.

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/03/14

Here's a podcast description that ties both topics together effectively:🎙 Episode Title: Delivering in Volatile Environments & White Privilege BiasIn today’s episode of The Delivery Manager Daily, we tackle two critical challenges in the world of Agile and IT leadership: navigating volatile delivery environments and understanding the impact of white privilege bias in decision-making.🔹 Delivering in Volatile Environments – Whether it’s market uncertainty, shifting stakeholder priorities, or

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15:04

To the Cloud - no wait, go back, go back.

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/03/07

🚀 New Episode Alert: The Cloud Exodus – Why Companies Are Moving Back On-Premise 🌍💻For years, the cloud was the promised land—scalable, flexible, and cost-effective. But now, the tide is turning. Organizations are reassessing their cloud-first strategies, moving critical workloads back on-premise. Why?In this episode of Delivery Manager Daily, we break down the key drivers behind this shift, including: ⚠️ Unpredictable Cloud Costs – Why “pay-as-you-go” is turning into “pay-more-than-you-planned.”

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28:26

Ep 67: Being a DM in 2025

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/02/28

This episode is jam PACKED with information if your a new CS graduate, or wanting to get into the Digital Delivery Manager game in 2025, the things I would do if I were starting fresh. You may want to listen to the episodes below too, as they are all linked & I really hope you enjoy this one. Getting interviews for DM roles & how to do well (here)How to become a DM (here)The skills you need to be a DM (here)Take care Want first access to episodes & content? Please consider subscribing to Delivery

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15:54

Hybrid working & running the best kick off meetings

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/02/21

In this episode I wanted to talk about two things;Hybrid working - can you effectively do Scrum with new Scrum teams on new projects? This question came about after my talk at Keele, & I thought it was a great question & one which needed unpacking a bit.Running a good kick of meeting (or any meeting) Hands up how many meetings are you in that are an utter disaster? Try of course doing that hybrid or remote & you can be almost guaranteed to fail - I briefly explain the five things I do to help run

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26:53

Who am I?

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/02/14

SKIP to approx 17 minutes in for PRACTICAL ADVICE if you're a computer science student, but I was recently asked off the back of a Keele University talk on Agile how I got to do what I'm doing, so I thought I'd record an episode all about it. As always, thanks for listening, please subscribe & share the podcast with your mates who may be interested in this kind of stuff too. Mx Want first access to episodes & content? Please consider subscribing to Delivery Manager Daily +

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12:24

Being too nice

The Delivery Manager Daily ·

2025/02/07

In this episode & accompanying blog post, I talk about why being too nice at work can be a problem, especially if you're an Agile leader (or leader of any description). As I've built up my leadership experience over the years to now consider myself 'not too shabby' I wanted to just pick at the edges of a few problems I see at work/client sites & what you can do about it to be better. As always thanks for listening. Want first access to episodes & content? Please consider subscribing to Delivery

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