Agile methodologies are facing criticism from both tech professionals and corporate executives, who feel the promised benefits are rarely realized. Many argue that Agile frameworks often mislead teams by neglecting the crucial role of customer focus typical in the original Agile Manifesto. The Agile Alliance's recent merger with the Project Management Institute indicates a shift in strategy, as traditional avenues like conferences lose traction. Critics point out that the model must evolve to truly prioritize customer value rather than rigid adherence to methodologies, underscoring a need for pragmatism in project management.
The first principle of the Agile Manifesto states, 'Our highest priority is to satisfy the customer through early and continuous delivery of valuable software.' This principle is strong, solid, and clear because it emphasizes what matters: continuous customer value.
At the end of the day, PMs should care about creating value for customers and businesses, not about doing agile right or applying PMI practices.
Many people despise agile and claim it's dead for good, while others still defend it. But now, with the Agile Alliance joining the Project Management Institute, the future is anything but certain.
As people gradually lost interest in agile conferences, the Agile Alliance had no choice but to find other distribution channels. PMI is undoubtedly a stronger one.
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