Speed Is a Byproduct, Not a Goal: Ivan Gekht on Agile That Actually Delivers

In this Tech Talk interview, Gehtsoft CEO Ivan Gekht unpacks one of the most dangerous myths in modern software delivery: that Agile is just about moving fast.

“Agile done right isn’t chaotic velocity. It’s structured experimentation—focused, validated, and tied to value.”

Throughout the hour, Ivan breaks Agile down to its essence: thinking clearly under constraint, cutting through organizational noise, and solving the problems that actually move the needle.

Highlights from the episode:

• Why speed ≠ value—and how to tell when you’re just accelerating waste

• The real job of a Product Owner (hint: it’s not backlog grooming)

• Using quick experiments to validate direction before scaling failure

• How to use Value Stream Mapping to identify bottlenecks and eliminate drag

• Balancing sustainability and predictability—especially in regulated industries

• Applying TRIZ thinking, Agile principles, and architecture discipline—together

This isn’t a podcast for process enthusiasts. It’s for leaders, architects, and builders navigating real-world complexity where delivery isn’t optional—and results have to stick.

Watch now: Agile Myths You Need to Stop Believing – Ivan Gekht on Tech Talk