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12 Tips for incorporating “security” into the responsibility of agile teams

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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Navigating the Intersection of Agile and Engineering Excellence

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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Pragmatic Agile Coaches: Blending the Best from Many Methodologies

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

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

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,

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Free ICON Maturity Assessment Tool for your SAFe® Transformation

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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Answer the client’s primary question: What value am I receiving in return for my check?

Nov 18, 2022 During every engagement someone on the client’s side wants to know “what are we getting for all this money we are paying?” The question is a legitimate one. The money paid is crystal clear. There is a desire to measure the value delivered from this investment. Let me also note that there

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