Agility is at the core of everything we do
In a dynamic environment like video game development, organizations aim to respond continuously and effectively to the needs of both their users and their business. At Axes In Motion, we take an agile approach which allows us to adapt to constant changes in the mobile market without being tied to any specific framework. Instead of following a rigid model, we adapt our workflow to whatever suits our needs best, while always maintaining one key principle: simplicity.
Strong values
Our work culture is based on direct communication and continuous improvement. We maintain a clearly defined yet flexible roadmap, which is constantly adapted to our players’ demands. Instead of focusing on generic metrics, we prefer to measure success based on what we bring to the game, user feedback, and our team’s well-being.
Best practices
At Axes In Motion, the practices we consider essential include:
- Transparency: We believe that effective collaboration is only possible if all the information is accessible to all the members of our team. This fosters trust and contributes to overall well-being.
- Simplicity: Less is more. By simplifying meetings and work processes, we reduce cognitive workloads and increase productivity.
- Focus: Changes in context lead to wasted time and fatigue. People need to stay focused for as long as possible to perform at their best.
- Efficient collaboration: We meet for creative purposes and to solve problems, but only when absolutely necessary. We ensure that every meeting has a clear purpose.
- Eliminating waste: Minimising downtime, avoiding rework, and eliminating unnecessary meetings are key measures for optimizing performance.
A large and dynamic team
Our team is considerably larger than what is typically considered ideal for an agile team. To maintain productivity and avoid silos, we work with floating squads. These teams are created for a specific task and disbanded after it is completed, allowing everyone to collaborate at different times. This ensures a free flow of information and reduces bottlenecks and dependencies.
Constant learning
Continuous improvement is a key part of our culture. We don’t wait for a specific date to reflect on things – instead, we conduct retrospectives when the team needs it. These sessions provide us with valuable insights that allow us to iterate and improve our processes.
In addition, each specialist field within the company has its own space to improve its specific areas, whether tools, methodologies, or knowledge.
In summary, this working methodology allows us to be autonomous and collaborative and ensures that as an organization, we remain agile and competitive in an ever-evolving environment.
