The IIL Blog

MAY 17, 2023

Insights from Bosch By Johannes Köber Agility, dynamic, and flexibility are trendsetting words, with good reason. Requirements and boundary conditions are constantly changing, long planning phases are often impossible, and products and solutions are developed in close contact with customers.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 19, 2022

What is the business case for Agile teams? Is it really that important that they are autonomous, able to release frequently, interact closely with stakeholders and spend all that time on continuous improvement? We think we do well to base our beliefs about Agile more on evidence. Or is all that just hype? We worked with Prof.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 7, 2023

Since I became a Professional Scrum Trainer in November, I have been asked a lot about the current state, and the future perspectives, for Scrum and agile development in Japan, where I’ve worked for the last six years. This is important because agile teams are self-managed. Why is that?

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Scrum.org

APRIL 15, 2023

Scrum is an Agile framework that has revolutionised how software development teams work. In this blog, we’ll explore mindful Scrum mastery and how it can help you improve your Agile practice. In this blog, we’ll explore mindful Scrum mastery and how it can help you improve your Agile practice.

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Agilemania

AUGUST 24, 2022

Is DevOps a subset of Agile? There is a common myth that Agile and DevOps cannot work together. But both these approaches work hand in hand to make sure that software products cater to the demands of the market successfully. Enterprise solution development can be managed effectively by combining Agile and DevOps.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Others still prefer forms of agile software development where they have room to adjust their project plan. That type of agile project management is called rolling wave planning or wave planning. Generally, rolling wave planning is mostly used for software development. Rolling Wave Planning vs Agile Sprints.

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Scrum.org

MAY 30, 2023

Let's explore this topic in an agile software development context. You have developers who write code, testers who ensure quality, designers who create user interfaces, etc. Team members work together closely, leveraging their unique skills to achieve shared objectives.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 13, 2023

Dealing with common business challenges through agility I’ve been helping companies improve their operations for over a decade. Some examples of the challenges I’m called in to help with: Losing the Ability to Innovate You often see companies that grow successfully to the point where it seems their ability to innovate stalls.

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Leading Agile

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Is an Agile Transformation Coach any different than being an Agile Coach? When most people think about Agile Coaches, they tend to think about a person who comes in and assists the teams with things like: Learning Scrum, SAFe, LeSS. If that’s your definition of an Agile Transformation Coach, you’d be right—but only partially.

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Leading Agile

JULY 3, 2023

Today, Agilists must have a plan for incorporating DevOps practices into the early stages of Agile Transformation. But what if we told you there’s a whole class of DevOps considerations that no one is talking about that’s secretly killing your ability to unleash the potential of Agile? We’ll also discuss the lack of automation.

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Leading Agile

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Innovation. You can’t innovate if you aren’t freed up to explore what works.Ultimately software development slows down as soon as you’re afraid of change. Coincidentally, these are the same goals organizations usually have for Agile Transformation. . Bridging the Technology-Agile Gap. Cost Savings.

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The IIL Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The Four Aspects of Innovation How can an organization effectively reinvent itself overnight? The longer answer requires understanding how the DVMS CPD model Innovate capability enables organizations to adapt to a new paradigm. Do Agile or Become Agile? Now everyone “walks the walk.” Well, the short answer is it can’t.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2024

It doesn’t matter if you are agile or waterfall, iterative, predictive, incremental or hybrid: what’s important is that when a new requirement comes along, it is clear and thought through, and you know what it is! Consider adding contingency time to the schedule if your project is unusual or innovative (for your organization).

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

One key aspect that can make a significant difference is achieving operational agility. In this article, we will explore the concept of operational agility, its importance in today’s market, the role of technology in enabling agility, strategies for achieving operational agility, overcoming challenges, and measuring success.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Agile and DevOps are two concepts that have revolutionized software development and operations in recent years. Both approaches aim to improve collaboration, increase efficiency, and deliver high-quality software products. What is Agile Methodology? However, they are often seen as separate entities. What is DevOps?

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 21, 2024

Imagine leading projects where changes and uncertainties are not setbacks but stepping stones to innovation and success. Adaptive project management equips you with the agility to meet evolving demands and enhances stakeholder satisfaction through timely and relevant deliverables.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 20, 2020

One of the largest series of conferences for project managers in North America, the Project Summit has industry innovators who help professionals be more productive, and learn best practices, skills and strategies to succeed. A software development conference with workshops on the theme of Our Digital Tomorrow. GOTO Chicago.

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Proofhub

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

In this blog, we’ll explore the crucial responsibilities and best practices of SaaS product managers, uncovering strategies to drive innovation, enhance customer satisfaction, and ensure organizational success. Cross-functional Collaboration Successful product development is a team effort.

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The Strategic Project Manager

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Feature Driven Development (FDD) is an agile methodology specifically applied to software development. This post explores what FDD is, FDD best practices, implications of FDD for strategy, and how FDD is implemented with other agile methods while managing a project. Feature-driven Development and Strategy.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Agile methodologies have revolutionized the software development industry, enabling teams to deliver high-quality products in shorter timeframes. In this article, we will explore the concept of Agile at scale, its importance, benefits, implementation strategies, measuring success, and the future of Agile at scale.

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International Institute for Learning

MAY 26, 2020

By Scott Ambler | Vice President, Chief Scientist of Disciplined Agile at Project Management Institute. This post is a supplement to Scott’s upcoming keynote at IIL’s Agile & Scrum 2020 Online Conference ]. In this blog I describe the mindset behind PMI’s Disciplined Agile (DA) tool kit, overviewed in Figure 1.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Thought leaders in project management have strong social media followings, are published authors, and are working as leaders for innovative companies and enterprises in the project management industry. We took each of these elements into consideration when developing our list of the 18 most influential people in project management. .”

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Scrum.org

MAY 26, 2020

TL; DR: The Agile Movers & Shakers Interview w/ Christiaan Verwijs & Barry Overeem. If so, you can subscribe here and join 26k agile peers. The Agile Movers & Shakers Interview with The Liberators Christiaan Verwijs & Barry Overeem. What brought you to ‘agile?’. Christiaan : A friend of mine started a software company.

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The Strategic Project Manager

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Agile is a broad term, and there are many ways to look at it. From a strategic project management perspective, this post examines some key agile methods and there impact of strategy and project management. An Agile Methods List Overview. Are there more agile methods? Applicability of Each Agile Method.

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The Strategic Project Manager

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Agile and lean are not the same thing but are closely related. This post looks at the idea of ‘lean agile’ and its application to project management and strategy. What Is Lean Agile Project Management? Apply Lean to Agile Projects. How can you make agile projects more efficient?

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Wrike

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In the realm of project management methodologies, Lean and Agile have emerged as powerful approaches that support organizations in achieving efficiency and delivering high-quality products and services. Understanding the nuances of Lean and Agile is crucial for project managers and teams seeking to optimize their processes.

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International Institute for Learning

APRIL 4, 2022

The Disciplined Agile Mindset. By Scott Ambler | Vice President, Chief Scientist of Disciplined Agile at Project Management Institute. The DA tool kit shows you how to apply and evolve your way of working (WoW) in a context-sensitive manner with this people-first, learning-oriented hybrid agile approach. The Principles.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 25, 2021

Read on and learn how to employ search-engines, LinkedIn’s people search, reaching out to peers in the agile community, and analyzing the event markets in the quest for your next Scrum Master job. ?? You can sign up here for the ‘Food for Agile Thought’ newsletter and join 29k other subscribers.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Agile A flexible and dynamic approach to project management that allows for iterative updates during defined time blocks, which allows for incremental value. Agile Manifesto The fundamental document that outlines the values and principles of Agile project management. Agile team A cross-functional group of individuals (e.g.,

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Agilemania

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The vast majority of businesses were doubtful when the Agile manifesto was introduced in 2001. Nowadays, everyone wants to be more agile. Each profitable organization, from Microsoft to Google, is striving for methods to integrate agile ideas into its process. In the business world innovation is the one thing that never changes.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 4, 2024

These are not just ideals but the foundation of Scrum that empowers teams to navigate the complexities of their projects with agility and integrity. Dive deeper into understanding and applying Scrum's lightweight, agile framework in your leadership practice. What is the Scrum Framework?

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Moira Alexander

APRIL 24, 2017

Agile Software Development - goes over fundamental agile concepts to enhance your software development skills. Project Management Life Cycle - a course on how to apply project management tools, processes, and techniques for the successful execution of a project from initiation to closing.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 3, 2021

Organizations need to move fast and receive ongoing feedback from customers to drive sustainable innovation through continuous discovery and value delivery. According to Michael James , dependencies in knowledge work — as in software development — are caused by knowledge gaps and not by the laws of physics. .

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, organizations are increasingly turning to agile methodologies to drive innovation and achieve their goals. At the heart of agile teams is the Scrum Master, a role that plays a crucial part in ensuring the team’s success.

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International Institute for Learning

APRIL 4, 2022

The Disciplined Agile Mindset. By Scott Ambler , Vice President, Chief Scientist of Disciplined Agile at Project Management Institute. The Disciplined Agile (DA) tool kit supplies straightforward guidance to help you, your team, and your enterprise increase your effectiveness. The Principles. Choice is good. The Promises.

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Project Pulse Journal

MARCH 25, 2024

Dive into the complementary roles of product managers and project managers and explore how their collaboration can lead to desired outcomes by overcoming common challenges, making strategic decisions, and driving product innovation forward. Product teams can utilize a product roadmap showing iterations or incremental changes to the product.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 18, 2021

I recently was invited to a Scrum.org Webinar, and I picked a topic close to my heart: the worst Scrum anti-patterns. You can sign up here for the ‘Food for Agile Thought’ newsletter and join 33,000-plus subscribers. ?? Alternatively, the “QA department” may still be a functional, non-agile silo. Apparently, it is not.

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