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Agile is not dead, quite the opposite

Discover why Agile is thriving and how it continues to shape the future of work.

Alistair Cockburn
Aug 21, 2019 • 7 min read
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Intermediate
Agile
Agile Culture
Agile Leaders
Agile Maturity
Agile Methodologies
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Summary

Explore the ongoing relevance of Agile methodologies in today's workforce, as the concept continues to expand beyond its initial adopters. The material addresses misconceptions about Agile's decline, emphasizing its growth and adaptation across various industries. Learn about the diffusion of innovation, the challenges Agile faces, and its potential for future impact. Engage with insights on how Agile principles can be applied effectively across projects. Dive in to understand why Agile remains a vital approach to project management.

Takeaways

  • Agile is not dead; it is expanding into new industries and sectors.
  • Agile principles of collaboration and reflection are effective across diverse projects.
  • Despite criticisms, Agile's growth indicates its ongoing success and potential.
  • Misinterpretations of Agile's relevance stem from misunderstanding innovation diffusion.
  • The Agile mindset is still in its early stages of global adoption.
  • Agile is not dead, quite the opposite. Why then, do we read of agile’s death? Three reasons: phony ads, misunderstanding ordinary movement of ideas through society, and looking at the wrong curves.
  • Agilism is very much alive, prospering, and growing. Though some have forgotten the joy of discovering the agile approach for the first time, most are either using it or have moved forward (making Agile look passé or "dead").

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