Agile Project Management For Dummies

This updated edition shows you how to use the agile project management framework for success!Learn how to apply agile concepts to your projects. This fully updated book covers changes to agile approaches and new information related to the methods of managing an agile project.Agile Project Management For Dummies, 3rd Edition gives product developers and other project leaders the tools they need for a successful project. This book's principles and techniques will guide you in creating a product roadmap, self-correcting iterations of deployable products, and preparing for a product launch. Agile approaches are critical for achieving fast and flexible product development. It's also a useful tool for managing a range of business projects.Written by one of the original agile technique thought-leaders, this book guides you and your teams in discovering why agile techniques work and how to create an effective agile environment. Users will gain the knowledge to improve various areas of project management. Define your product's vision and features Learn the steps for putting agile techniques into action Manage the project's scope and procurement Plan your team's sprints and releases Simplify reporting related to the project Agile Project Management For Dummies can help you to better manage the scope of your project as well as its time demands and costs. You'll also be prepared to skillfully handle team dynamics, quality challenges, and risks.

Auteur

Mark C. Layton is an entrepreneur and certification instructor with 25 years of experience in organizational design.

Steven J Ostermiller is a community builder, agile trainer and coach helping organizations and people become more agile.

Dean J. Kynaston is a coach, Certified Scrum Professional, and organizational agile transformation leader.

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Introduction 1 Part 1: Understanding Agility 5 Chapter 1: Modernizing Project Management 7 Chapter 2: Applying the Agile Manifesto and Principles 21 Chapter 3: Why Being Agile Works Better 49 Chapter 4: Agility is about Being Customer Focused 69 Part 2: Being Agile 89 Chapter 5: Agile Approaches 91 Chapter 6: Agile Environments in Action 109 Chapter 7: Agile Behaviors in Action 123 Chapter 8: The Permanent Team 149 Part 3: Agile Planning and Execution 159 Chapter 9: Defining the Product Vision and Product Roadmap 161 Chapter 10: Planning Releases and Sprints 183 Chapter 11: Working throughout the Day 215 Chapter 12: Showcasing Work, Inspecting, and Adapting 239 Part 4: Agility Management 251 Chapter 13: Managing a Portfolio: Pursuing Value over Requirements 253 Chapter 14: Managing Scope and Procurement 269 Chapter 15: Managing Time and Cost 287 Chapter 16: Managing Team Dynamics and Communication 307 Chapter 17: Managing Quality and Risk 331 Part 5: Ensuring Success 355 Chapter 18: Building a Foundation 357 Chapter 19: De-Scaling across Teams 373 Chapter 20: Being a Change Agent 395 Part 6: The Part of Tens 421 Chapter 21: Ten Key Benefits of Agile Product Development 423 Chapter 22: Ten Key Factors for Agile Product Development Success 431 Chapter 23: Ten Signs That You're Not Agile 437 Chapter 24: Ten Valuable Resources for Agile Professionals 449 Index 455