Chapter 5 Flashcards
how do agile projects flow? (basic response)
-prioritizing stakeholder requirements from most important to least important
-build out the deliverables based on priorities
-welcome change
what do agile leaders want the team to do?
experiment and to use innovation
what are hybrid projects?
-combo of predictive, plan-based, and agile
-might be more planning up front than typical agile
-will shift into agile principles
-OR start with agile principles and resist change
when is an adaptive approach to pm most appropriate?
-project requires flexibility, responsiveness, and ability to adapt to changing circumstances
-adaptive requires both high coordination with business unit and executive buy in to methodology of framework
what are some scenarios that an adaptive approach may be more suited
-complex and uncertain projects
-fast-paced environments
-projects with changing requirements
-creative or experimental projects
-projects with high uncertainty
pros of adaptive approach
-flexible/responsive way of handling situations, problems, tasks
-allows for adjustments to be made in real time based on changing circumstances
-prioritizes decision making regarding change, result in faster decision making
-encourage continuous improvement through reflection and adaptation
-similar to exploratory approach, results are presented, reviewed, and adapted. allow team to detect issues early and address them
-results can be delivered to the customer in smaller, more frequent increments
-promote collaboration between team members and stakeholders, lead to more effective solutions
cons of adaptive approach
-more difficult to plan for, may require more monitoring and adjustment
-flexibility and responsiveness to change can cause uneasiness among team members
-difficult to predict timeline or cost of the project
pros of predictive/plan-based approach
-more predictible for timeline, cost, and deliverables
-more clearly defined requirements
-require detail planning at beginning, provide a roadmap for project
cons of predictive/plan based approach
-less able to adapt to change, difficult to respond to new info or requirements
-prioritize following the plan over delivering value to stakeholders
-structure/nature of predictive may limit collaboration between team members and stakeholders
what should you consider when deciding what approach to use?
-communication channels, decision making processes, and stakeholder engagement practices within the organization
define a virtual structure and approach
-geographically dispersed/work remote
-suitable for adaptive approach, allows teams more frequent check-ins and communication
-ensure communication channels are in place for collaboration and feedback
define a colocation structure and approach
-work in same location
-adaptive may be suitable because it promotes collaboration, communication, and transparency
-ensure team members are empowered to make decisions/feedback loops are in place for continuous improvement
define a matrix structure and approach
-team members may report to multiple managers or departments
-adaptive can be suitable for matric because it allows for more flexibility in responding to needs of different stakeholders.
-ensure roles and responsibilities are clearly defined/comms channels are established to avoid confusion and conflict
-collaboration and transparency in agile approaches is more difficult across department boundaries
define hierarchical structure and approach
-clear chain of command and decision making authority concentrated at the top
-often subject to formal policies and procedures for the organization
-“ways of working” are well established, provide challenge to change
-possible to implement adaptive in certain departments
define project oriented and approach
-adaptive particularly beneficial here, where team may be working on complex, time sensitive project, require high degree of collaboration and coordination
-teams have been established here can determine best approach to deliver project based on context, change, complexity, urgency, and risk
what are factors that can facilitate the use of adaptive approaches?
-stakeholder engagement (providing regular feedback and guidance)
-Dynamic and changing project requirements
-small to medium size projects (limited scope and fewer stakeholders have less complexity/easily adjusted
-highly skilled and empowered teams
-marketplace conditions (need to respond quickly to changing demand, innovate to stay ahead, take advantage of new tech)
-Risk appetite (promoting experimentation, quick decision making, embracing change, and learning from failure. org with high risk appetite more likely to take on risk)
what are some OPAs that can be particularly helpful?
-culture of collaboration and continuous improvement (culture that values collaboration and embraces change)
-agile methodology framework
-agile coaching and training (providing coaching on agile methods can help tema build skills and knowledge, promote culture of continuous learning and improvement)
