The Top 3 Agile Frameworks For Professional Services Organizations
Sachin Mathur
Project Management & IT Expert 20+ years | Strategic planning, workflow optimization, agile transformation & more | Proven results for government project teams
So, What Is Agile? ?
In this article, we’ll be exploring the top three Agile frameworks, but first, what exactly is?Agile? What?started as a software development methodology created by a community of developers in 2001, Agile has grown to benefit teams in industries across the board. ?
The Agile methodology encompasses a collection of principles defined by The Agile Manifesto?that inform and integrate with a set of frameworks and tools. It emerged as a response to the inadequacies of traditional software development methods, such as the Waterfall Method, and the need for an iterative process with an adaptive approach. ?
Agile empowers teams to respond quickly to change without risking an entire project. Collaboration, flexibility, and open communication are just a few of the core values of an agile team. ?
Agile methodology has never been more mainstream. According to the?15th State of Agile Report, there was significant growth in Agile adoption within software development teams, increasing from 37% in 2020 to 86% in 2021. Growth in non-IT lines of business also rose significantly, doubling in adoption since last year’s report.?
Listed below are some of the most important reasons organizations decide to make the transition.??
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Which Agile Framework Suits Your Needs???
First, Let’s Look At Scrum ?
One of the most popular types of Agile methodology, Scrum, is known as The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time. The process comprises short sprints, defined as a duration of time usually as short as two weeks, and smaller deliverables. The Scrum project team includes uniquely defined roles ?(scrum?master, product owner, and scrum team) and enables effective collaboration among individuals working on complex projects.?
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Let’s Move On To Kanban
Kanban has its own defined set of principles and aims to help teams maximize efficiency by visualizing the workflow. The system uses boards with cards and columns to track work; this is helpful for teams that need transparency, as teams can share information visually and clearly. ?
Unlike Scrum, Kanban is not iterative. Tasks have no pre-determined duration. However, teams control their task capacity, meaning work items won’t move to the next stage until space is available. We call this Work-in-Progress (WIP) Limits, and it allows?team members?to approach the overall project in increments, concentrating?on?high priority?tasks.
Kanban does not impose defined roles in how Scrum does, making it potentially more inviting to those used to more traditional development models.?
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Finally, We Have?Scrumban??
If you’ve been reading through this article, still unsure whether Scrum or Kanban is right for your organization, you may want to consider?Scrumban.?Scrumban?combines the best practices of the two popular frameworks.??
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Scrumban?is an excellent?choice for teams who need the structure of Scrum along with the flexibility of Kanban. However,?there are?a few pros and cons teams should consider.?
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The Key Takeaway ?
The number of organizations adopting Agile grows substantially every year. Regardless of which framework you decide to move forward with, successful implementation will depend on the alignment of your entire organization throughout the process. ?
There is no single standardized approach to Agile that can work for an organization. The culture, current processes, constraints, and business goals should drive the methodologies that can provide success.??
If your team needs?the extra push to choose and adopt an agile methodology, needs?coaching,?or?needs?a complete transformation, Vytal Solutions’ certified experts can help?you?.?We provide extensive federal government?practical?experience and proven?success implementing agile?methodology.??
Vytal Solutions?takes into account?your specific?environment,?culture, constraints. We then work with you to determine what suits your needs. To get started and schedule a consultation, email [email protected].
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