How to Detect Fake Agile [#HowTo #FakeAgile #RealAgile]
According to the DoD, a fake Agile project is one where:
- No one is talking with or observing the software users
- There is no continuous feedback loop between the users and the teams
- There is a strong emphasis on requirements
- Stakeholders are autonomous
- End users are not present in any of the development
- Manual processes are tolerated
Other questions to ask your teams, according to the DoD, are:
- Are they working to deliver working software to real users every iteration and gathering feedback?
- Do all team members understand how they contribute to the overall mission and goals?
- Is feedback gathered and turned into concrete work items?
- Are teams empowered to change process or requirements based on feedback and continuous learning?
If the answer to those questions are no, than you have discovered fake Agile.
Adapted From:
Separating fake Agile from real Agile:
SDTimes.com
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