Philosophy And Fundamentals Flashcards

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What is the DSDM philosophy?

A

Best business value emerges when projects are aligned to clear business goals, deliver frequently and involve the collaboration of motivated and empowered people.

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How is the DSDM philosophy achieved?

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When all stakeholders:

  1. Understand and buy in to the vision and objectives
  2. Are empowered to make decisions
  3. Collaborate to deliver a fit for purpose solution
  4. Collaborate to deliver to agreed timescales
  5. Accept that change is inevitable
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What is the underlying ethos that the DSDM philosophy is founded on?

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Common sense and pragmatism

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What is common sense?

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Sound practical judgement, independent of specialised knowledge or training; normal native intelligence

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What is pragmatism?

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Action or policy dictated by consideration of the immediate practical consequences rather than by theory or dogma

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What project variables are fixed in the DSDM approach?

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Time, cost and quality

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