Almir Mustafic’s Post

Individuals and interactions over processes and tools Are tools affecting the agility in “Agile” teams? The Agile manifesto emphasizes “individuals and interactions over processes and tools,” yet the tools designed to support Agile software development might influence team dynamics and agility. Companies producing these tools often innovate to satisfy stakeholders, leading to features focused on tracking and reporting, which can sometimes misalign with Agile principles. We know that we cannot improve what we don’t measure, but the focus on measuring cannot happen at the expense of the team chemistry. This prompts reflection on whether these tools help or hinder developers in their daily tasks. Historically, simple tools like Post-it notes effectively managed workflows when we were in the office gathering around a board in grooming and planning sessions; however, now we work in remote or hybrid environments and there are different challenges that can be overcome if we constantly innovate. It’s important to recognize and praise the Project Management Office (PMO) teams that successfully establish the right balance for their teams. These PMOs carefully select tools that enhance productivity without compromising the core Agile values, ensuring that teams maintain their creativity, flexibility, and enjoyment in their work. This article invites all of us to reconsider our use of current tools and whether they might be complicating processes, thus impacting the enjoyment and authenticity of Agile practices. I am happy to say my PMO partners in our organization are excellent in collaborating and always looking for better ways of doing things looking from the perspective of the teams. #projectmanagement #softwareengineering #Agility #Agile

Stephen M.

I help startups and scale-ups avoid costly technology mistakes | Fractional CTO | Ex CashApp, Twitter, Amazon

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True agility often emerges from relentlessly cutting cruft and not letting software or processes get in the way.

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