Narendra (NK) Shrivastava, MBA, ICP-ACC, SPC, ACP, CSP, PMP’s Post

There are few organizations that implement pure Agile. Most organizations use some form of hybrid approach; this could be any mix of Waterfall and Agile. Due to the varying needs of projects and teams, there are several ways to effectively implement hybrid practices. Read the whole post at: https://lnkd.in/ghNnWhzW #projectmanagement #refinem #effectivehybridpractices #hybridprojectmanagement

Are we still working in waterfall? Or Agile has been adapted in your enterprise? Read my article on this topic and share your views. #agile #agility #changemanagement #businessagility

🔄 Embracing Hybrid Planning - Agile Meets Milestones 🔄 Merging Agile methodologies with milestone-based planning presents a unique set of challenges but also opens up a world of opportunities. Agile offers the flexibility to adapt swiftly, while milestones provide clear targets and accountability. 🎯 The Challenge: Balancing the dynamic nature of Agile with the structured timeline of milestones requires careful coordination. It's about finding the sweet spot where adaptability meets predictability. 🤝 The Solution: Regular integration of Agile sprints with milestone reviews ensures alignment. It's crucial to foster open communication and utilize tools that support both methodologies. This hybrid approach empowers teams to navigate changes effectively while staying on track towards overarching goals. 🌱 The Outcome: By combining the best of both worlds, we can drive projects forward with agility and precision. Let's champion a hybrid planning culture that embraces flexibility and structure, ensuring our projects thrive in an ever-changing landscape. what is your experience? Comment below. 👇 #safe #agile #scrum #scrummaster #safespc #coaching #lean #leanagile #software #erp #businessprocesses #projectmanagement #hybrid #ProjectManagement #Agile #Milestones #HybridPlanning #Adaptability light ds GmbH

Have you questioned whether an agile framework is right for you and your contact center? This article reviews 6 scaled agile frameworks. Or more precisely, four frameworks, one toolkit, one way of working, and a partridge in a pear tree. Just kidding.  It’s a solid summary to start with. If you have further questions and would like to discuss - with a live human – please reach out!

Agile empowers teams to adapt and excel by embracing ongoing communication, collaboration, and flexibility in requirement management. Elevate your agile team's success by implementing these key strategies today! https://lnkd.in/dpbzTSjB #agile #scrummastercertification #scaledagileframework #safeagilist #safe6 #scaling #scrummasters #businessagility #requirementsmanagement

This struggle is very real. When is enough information to start? How do we begin when we don't have all the answers. Iterative approaches to adopting new ideas and directions pushes against our natural instincts of wanting to know exactly what everyone needs to do up front, yet when I retrospect on many of the initiatives and endeavors I've been a part of, almost all have deviated based on new findings and challenges along the journey, forcing adaptability and agility. What are some of the tactics or methods you have found to help teams avoid analysis paralysis and approaching new objectives with curiosity in the face of uncertainty?

The options seem endless when you’re considering a contact center transformation. Agile is one solution, and there are many different options within the Agile framework. Is one right for you? Or a different methodology entirely?  Before worrying about which one and getting a solution off the shelf, here’s a decent summary of the choices as a starting point.  But remember, the real answer is discovering which way of working is going to work in your context and your culture to solve your business problems – and frameworks by themselves can’t do that.     #agile #scaledframework #contactcentertransformation #scalingagile   

Wondering about Waterfall? Aware of Agile? These are development methodologies, but what do they really mean? Check out our latest blog post on Agile vs. Waterfall and how you can determine which is right for you. #productdevelopment

https://lnkd.in/dDjQd58X "1. You’ve failed to build trust and communicate the vision 2. You’re retaining waterfall planning but demanding agile delivery 3. Your agile principles are too vaguely defined 4. You treat change management and feedback as afterthoughts 5. You’re ignoring the culture aspect of agile — or not aligning it with business objectives" #digitalstrategy #itstrategy

How to introduce an agile framework at a traditional waterfall management organization? I have seen this question far too often. Let's take a look. Is it challenging? Yes. Can it be done? Yes, with a strategic approach. Should it be done? The answer depends on understanding the 'why' in the context of organizational need and expected business value. So, what is Agile anyway? Agility is being able to quickly adapt and change direction intentionally. It's a way of thinking. Take the absolute first step. ↳Help organization(s) overcome the denial of not being agile. Self-perception of being agile (when not) is the #1 barrier. Prep up with the big question: Are you ready to be Agile? ↳It takes a cultural shift to embrace new ways of thinking and working. If the answer is a resounding YES ↴ Follow the steps in the poster. Prepare to beat the imminent resistance. How? ✓ By human nature, change is unpleasant. Be patient and empathetic. ✓ Be prepared to debunk misunderstandings about Agile principles & values. ✓ Be resilient. ✓ Be flexible with certain agile principles when scaling up. Don't attempt to fit the mold. ✓ Be mindful. It's a journey along the continuum, not a destination. Without getting into the dichotomy of various frameworks, the crux of the matter is that there is no ✓ or ☒ approach. The wisdom lies in knowing when and how to achieve an optimal state of agile maturity to deliver maximum value. What has been your approach to introducing agile in a traditional waterfall management environment? #projectmanagement #projectmanagers #pmi #agileprojectmanagement #agileprojectmanager #agiletransformation