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How CTOs Use the Single-Threaded Owner Model
In episode 134 of Tech Leadership with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore the single-threaded owner model—a concept popularized by Amazon. They break down how one CTO at a Series B startup assigned a single dedicated owner to a critical infrastructure migration, cutting delivery time by 40 percent. The hosts discuss when to use the model, how to avoid common pitfalls like spreading the owner too thin, and why it works better than cross-functional squads for high-stakes initiatives. They also examine the role of executive sponsorship and how to scale the model as the organization grows. This…
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