Embracing Agile

The authors identify six crucial elements for the success of agile transformation efforts: 1) Understanding how agile really works; 2) Knowing when it is appropriate; 3) Starting small and letting passionate evangelists spread the word; 4) Enabling teams that have mastered the process to customize their practices; 5) Incorporate agile at the top; and 6) Remove corporate agile barriers. The article expands on each item, providing a practical guide for agile implementations.