Agile Coaching – Ownership that delivers

Agile isn’t a framework. Agile is a discipline of outcomes.

Many teams “do Scrum” – but don’t deliver.
Product owners manage tickets – but not product vision.
Retrospectives sound nice – but change nothing.

We make sure agile work doesn’t just happen – it has real impact.
With clear roles, working processes, and teams that take ownership of outcomes, not just output.

Typical symptoms of missing agility

  • Teams are busy – but features are delivered late.
  • No one feels responsible – except during escalations.
  • Meetings happen – but decisions don’t.
  • Processes look busy – but nothing actually improves.
  • POs are overwhelmed – and engineering makes silent decisions.

Our approach

Agile leadership instead of method theatre

For us, agile coaching means enabling ownership, creating clarity, and increasing impact.

We analyze the current state, uncover blockers, and establish routines that create lasting change – both at team and organizational level.

  • Analysis of team dynamics, bottlenecks & responsibility diffusion
  • Clarifying roles: product, tech, delivery, stakeholders
  • Outcome focus instead of KPI simulation
  • Refining or introducing agile practices: planning, estimation, reviews, retrospectives
  • Coaching for POs, tech leads, teams & executives
  • Live shadowing & structured intervention formats

What our agile coaching achieves

Teams prioritize, make decisions, and deliver – independently

Product Owners lead with clarity and strategic focus

Leaders understand their leverage for driving impact

Delivery becomes more predictable, communication more mature

Collaboration improves – measurably

For whom does this agile coaching make a difference?

  • Tech-Teams that know the methods – but don’t generate results
  • Organizations where complexity is growing – but leadership is missing
  • CTOs & Product-Leads who want to build agile structures with real ownership

Agile coaching formats & workflow

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Kickoff-Workshop

to define goals & diagnose the system

Shadowing & Coaching

with POs, leads & teams

Interventions & Routines

(e.g., planning rework, retro redesign)

Leadership-level sparring

to clarify roles & leadership structure

Optional

measurement system for collaboration & delivery maturity

Start building agile ownership – book your initial consultation

Agility only creates value when it creates ownership

Agile doesn’t work because of Post-its – but because of leadership, focus, and measurable outcomes.

If you want results, you need structure – not dogma.

About Philipp Deutscher Consulting

Philipp Deutscher Consulting stands for clarity, structure, and impact in tech organizations – especially in critical moments. As an experienced CTO coach and Fractional CTO, I follow a clear mission: I bring leadership and stable structures to where they’re needed most.
At the same time, my team and I support aspiring CTOs with tailored coaching to prepare the next generation of tech leaders. We don’t work on the surface – we go deeper. No excuses, no detours.

Our strength lies where others lose their grip – we take the lead and ensure tech organizations remain successful in the long run.

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Success stories

Testimonials

What our clients say

clients say

Philipp is one of the rare professionals in his combination of being a proven CTO and with strong CEO capabilities. Philipp's strategic understanding and business expertise are exceptional. He demonstrated a profound ability to envision transformative business solutions. He inspires trust and confidence from everyone involved. His adeptness at navigating complex investment landscapes and his knack for fostering collaborative partnerships are truly commendable. Philipp is a visionary and experienced leader whose capabilities extend far beyond conventional consultancy, making him a highly recommended asset for any forward-thinking enterprise in the tech sector.

Marten von Velsen-ZerweckCEO, Noocoon

I've come to see Philipp not only as an exceptional tech leader, but also as a remarkably genuine and dedicated professional. His interpersonal skills and his natural ability to understand and connect with his team are truly a sight to behold. He guides his team members with compassion and empowers them to reach their full potential, all while fostering a sense of shared responsibility and commitment towards achieving our goals. Philipp's personal dedication to growth and results have been instrumental in driving the transformation within our organization. He is a true asset to any team, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Albrecht von SendenCTO, Tipico

Philipp's strategic and analytical approach proved invaluable during his tenure with TeamViewer, particularly during assignments requiring cross-cultural understanding and leadership. His problem-solving skills and profound management of technical complexities boosted our team efficiency, while his agile transformation expertise inspired a growth-oriented culture. The broad perspective and technical leadership expertise Philipp brought to the table was essential to our business success.

Dr. Mike EisseleCTO, TeamViewer

Philipp is the kind of leader who believes in getting the job done right - and he has the technical savvy and strategic insight to make it happen. His approach to technology and leadership isn't just about finding a solution; it's about finding the most efficient and innovative way forward. He's a champion for growth and accountability, consistently inspiring his teams to reach new heights. More than that, he ensures that every piece of the puzzle - from big-picture strategy to granular details - aligns perfectly. In my experience, that's the kind of leadership that drives real change and success.

Alexander WindbichlerCEO, Anexia

In my work with Philipp during our Agile transformation project at Tipico, I was continually impressed by his strategic thinking and the dedication he brought to excellence. His mix of tech expertise and dynamic leadership transformed not just systems, but also the people and the processes around them. If you're in the tech space and need a visionary leader who can effectively bridge the gap between technology and business, I highly recommend Philipp.

Karl BredemeyerManaging Partner, Netzwerkknoten, Unternehmensberatung GmbH

Philipp made a significant impact on our tech initiatives at BEONTRA. His blend of strategic vision, technical acumen and team leadership was instrumental in driving innovation and efficiency. Reflecting on his current role as an Interim CTO and Tech Leader, it's evident that his attributes continue to create transformative solutions in the tech industry.

Manuel HeidlerCEO, BEONTRA

Philipp is an authentic leader. Clear in his thoughts, mindful with his words and proactively giving direction. Finesse is important to him when it comes to building high performance teams in tech. I feel his impact and presence every time we meet. Sparring thoughts is always enriching with Philipp, he makes you think twice. There is no black and white with him, he respects the grey and and they change of matters and can find creative approaches for ambiguity. I would call this a true leadership skill for future-oriented organisational development.

Elisabeth Heckmann Executive Coach & Head of People Ryte, foobar Agency
Philipp Deutscher Consulting

Additional services by Philipp Deutscher Consulting

Temporary technical leadership to drive growth and enable fast decision-making.

From feature factory to product organization: structure, clear processes, and leadership for sustainable delivery capacity and efficient engineering.

Structured leadership for CTOs and engineering leads: sparring, coaching, and systematic development for long-term success.

Strategic and structured scaling for engineering teams – from the first hire to a fully operational site.

Pragmatic assessment of the technical foundation: architecture, team, processes, and scalability – to support informed decisions.

Structured refactoring, system modernization, and reducing technical debt – without disrupting product delivery.

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FAQ

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

What does "agile" actually mean?

"Agile" refers to a way of working and thinking that emphasizes flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to respond quickly to change. It’s about continuous learning, adapting rapidly to new requirements, and focusing on collaboration, transparency, and clear outcome-driven goals.

Agile culture development is the long-term process through which teams and organizations adopt an agile mindset and working style. It focuses on collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Our agile coaching helps your team collaborate more effectively, take ownership, and implement agile practices efficiently. The goal is to increase delivery performance and quality.

Agile change management focuses on shaping change processes iteratively and adapting them to the organization’s evolving needs. It places a strong emphasis on feedback, adaptability, and continuous improvement.

Agile leadership is developed through hands-on exercises, feedback, and targeted interventions. The goal is to empower leaders and teams to work autonomously, make decisions, and take responsibility in a more agile way.