Assign dedicated resources (end users and developers) to a project, lock them in a room, and a PM (or scrum master) using string and index cards as the methodology can deliver a successful project. The historical challenge with IT development is a lack of dedicated resources (users and BAs directly interfacing with developers). If we have all the resources dedicated to the project, we can define and develop requirements on the fly and deliver products that actually meet business objectives. And it doesn't matter which methodology you use. Saving Changes...
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Wayne MackRetired| RetiredSouth Riding, Va, United States
Incremental delivery, one of the key practices of agile methodologies, is a powerful way to address risk. It allows frequent checkpoints where the business can evaluate what has been accomplished and how it has been implemented. Executing software is far, far easier for users and management to evaluate than paper models and earned value tracking. In terms of getting working software, correctly implemented, and into the field quickly, methodology does matter and agile provides this capability. Saving Changes...
Gillian Lester-GeorgeManager, Agile Transformation| Rockwell AutomationShorewood, Wi, United States
I guess it really depends on what you are trying to do...
For example, do you want to ensure you are getting the highest value items into clients' hands (internal or external) as quickly as possible? Do you want self-organizing teams that have the ability to innovate and figure out the best ways to accomplish things? Do want to collect metrics and use information radiators to understand if you teams are developing the right things at the right time? Or, do you just want people slapping software together and shoving it out the door regardless of priority or value? If you just want people to be busy making the software they were told to make and knee-jerk correct when someone tells them it is wrong, it doesn't matter which framework or methodology you use. You will get out of products what you put into them. Saving Changes...
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