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Troubleshooting Agile

The Not-So-Iron Triangle

Oct 15, 2024
Explore the debate around the traditional iron triangle in software development, where quality, time, and scope clash. Discover innovative concepts like 'feature thinning' and joint design that foster collaboration over coercion. Delve into the unrealistic expectations faced by tech developers and the importance of reevaluating project negotiations. Hear about the significance of quality as 'fit for purpose' and the value of win-win mindsets in Agile frameworks. This is a discussion that challenges norms and elevates product development through better communication.
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Quick takeaways

  • Fostering a collaborative approach among engineering and product teams promotes creativity and mutual agreement over adversarial negotiations.
  • Emphasizing quality in negotiations rather than mere time and budget considerations leads to more informed decision-making and better software outcomes.

Deep dives

Challenging the Notion of Control in Collaboration

The idea that one can compel the product team to prioritize architectural proposals is contested, as it suggests an unrealistic dynamic in workplace relationships. Instead of using coercion, fostering a collaborative environment where joint design takes precedence is more effective. Effective collaboration leverages the insights and expertise of both engineering and product teams, encouraging mutual agreement on project goals rather than adversarial negotiations. This approach can lead to better outcomes than attempts to impose decisions on others, allowing for creativity and consensus in solution-building.

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