Jenny MorseOnline Community Specialist| PMIRichmond, VA, United States
Both agile and predictive approaches share a fundamental objective: delivering successful projects that maximize value and satisfy stakeholders. However, differences in execution often lead to misalignment.
Predictive methodologies emphasize detailed upfront planning and formalized agreements, ensuring clarity before development begins. Agile methodologies prioritize adaptability, iterative feedback, and evolving product increments to navigate uncertainty. When examined holistically, predictive approaches excel in structured, repeatable work, while agile methods are best suited for dynamic and evolving environments.
This AMA discussion will explore:
- The shared principles and objectives behind both approaches
- Key differences in methodology and the rationale behind them
- How professionals can integrate both predictive and agile practices to enhance project outcomes
We invite you to submit your questions and engage in a meaningful discussion on bridging the gap between these approaches. This is an opportunity to gain insights, challenge perspectives, and expand your project management toolkit.
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Ask Mike Griffiths! PMI’s Manager of Knowledge Acquisition and resident Agile expert will be available for “Office Hours” on Tuesday, 25 March 1pm-2pm ET to answer your questions about the alignments and disconnects of Agile.
Please post your questions below. We look forward to the conversation!
About Mike Griffiths:
Mike is a project manager, author, trainer and consultant based in Canmore, Alberta. He was involved in the creation of the agile method DSDM and has been using agile methods including FDD, Scrum and XP ever since. He has served on the board of directors for the Agile Alliance and the board of the Agile Project Leadership Network (APLN). He co-founded the PMI Agile Community of Practice and served on the Steering Committee for the PMI-ACP certification.
Date/Time:
Tuesday, 25 March 1pm-2pm ET
How do “Office Hours” work?
-Comment your question below between now and 25 March 1 pm ET.
-If you have multiple questions, please number your questions so that the expert may address each one clearly.
-Please stay on topic. Questions should be related to Agile alignments and disconnects. We welcome your questions and thoughts on how this information is most useful in a practical setting. We understand that there are a lot of questions about Agile Alliance, and we ask that you refrain from asking about those in this thread as more information will be released by PMI soon.
-Mike will answer questions directly on this thread during the scheduled time; visit the thread on 25 March to view the responses. Please note that you will need to refresh the page to view the most recent questions and responses during the live session.
-Mike will attempt to answer as many questions as possible during the scheduled “Office Hours” but may not be able to answer each question individually. The discussion thread will remain open for up to 1-week post-event, at which time it will be closed, and no additional questions will be accepted after the event.
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Thanks for answering all my questions and sharing those valuable insights.
I promise that this will be my last question. :-)
What is your secret recipe to continue to understand/observe those challenges on the ground and at the same time be able to solution the possible mitigation? With your credential/experience, you are likely to be more involved at higher level management.
In another words, when an experienced program/project manager or agile practitioner progress in their career, how do they keep updated and keep learning about the challenges and mitigations?
