Troubleshooting Agile What is Agile, Anyway?
Aug 21, 2019
The discussion dives into the pitfalls of rigid Agile practices, drawing a parallel with failed hospital checklists. A debate unfolds around whether there's a one-size-fits-all recipe for Agile, highlighting the need for internal commitment and improvement. Historical reflections on Agile principles showcase their evolution in extreme programming. The conversation advocates for flexibility and innovation, emphasizing the importance of adapting Agile methods to fit unique contexts while contrasting new approaches like Shape Up with traditional frameworks.
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Hospitals Tailor Checklists Successfully
- ICUs improved checklist success by customizing them to their needs, achieving 95% similarity but essential 5% differences.
- Each hospital believed their customized checklist was the best, showing value in adaptation.
XP Encourages Evolving Practices
- Extreme Programming advised evolving your approach over time until it's unrecognizable as XP.
- This highlights the principle of continuous adaptation in Agile, beyond strict adherence to practices.
Agile Is Values, Not Recipes
- Agile is not a fixed recipe but a set of values and principles guiding adaptation.
- Innovation requires flexibility beyond strict Agile practices; success comes from aligning with Agile values, not rituals.
