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Moving security and compliance “left” in the Agile development process means integrating these considerations early on, rather than addressing them as a separate phase at the end of the development cycle. This shift-left approach aims to identify and address security and compliance issues throughout the entire Agile development lifecycle. Here are strategies to incorporate security …

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Introduction In the dynamic world of software development, the intersection of Agile methodologies and engineering excellence is where innovation thrives. Agile, with its emphasis on flexibility and collaboration, and engineering excellence, with its focus on quality and efficiency, might seem like contrasting forces. However, when these two realms converge, organizations can unlock a powerful synergy …

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Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of project management, the Agile approach has emerged as a transformative force, promising flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability. However, in the quest for agility, some organizations find themselves navigating a sea of methodologies, each with its strengths and weaknesses. Enter the pragmatic Agile coach, the maestro of amalgamation, pulling the best …

Pragmatic Agile Coaches: Blending the Best from Many Methodologies Read More »

Introduction In today’s fast-paced and dynamic business environment, organizations are increasingly turning to Agile methodologies to enhance their project management and product development processes. Accompanying this shift is the widespread adoption of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) and Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tools, which promise to streamline workflows, increase collaboration, and deliver projects more efficiently. However, …

Maximizing ALM/PPM Tools: The Indispensable Role of Expert Agile Coaches Read More »

Apr 15, 2019 Let’s consider a common request from Agile Transformation teams and PMO offices: Have you assessed the Agile maturity of your teams? This seems like a reasonable ask—after all, the teams are the ones responsible for creating the shippable software every two weeks. But do team-based metrics tell the whole story? Now consider this: …

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