Software Development Life Cycles

WHITE PAPER: Existing agile methods often focus on small, single-team projects, overlooking the broader impact of large programs. This paper outlines a distinct planning framework that has been successful in large-scale agile software development projects and relies..

Posted: 19 Jun 2007 | Published: 19 Jun 2007

WHITE PAPER: This white paper presents the key characteristics of successful agile managers as they introduce and scale agile methods. Learn what agile managers can do to help their teams and organizations adopt agile development practices to deliver real...

Posted: 02 Oct 2008 | Published: 02 Oct 2008

WHITE PAPER: This white paper is an excerpt from the book "Scaling Software Agility: Best Practices for Large Enterprises", and describes the iteration pattern and activities that a team engages in to create tested, value-delivered code in a short time box.

Posted: 14 Aug 2008 | Published: 14 Aug 2008

WHITE PAPER: Integration projects succeed due to the completeness of thought in the requirements gathering and design phases. This paper presents “Eight Things to Consider” as you evaluate your existing infrastructure, current and future needs, and prepare to evaluate potential solutions.

Posted: 05 Feb 2010 | Published: 05 Feb 2010

WHITE PAPER: While there are many "how to" options to extending agile beyond a few teams, this white paper focuses on critical recommendations for organizations moving to full-scale agile development. Avoiding these pitfalls can mean the difference between...

Posted: 15 Oct 2008 | Published: 15 Oct 2008

WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to examine the top 3 productivity problems software development teams face. Learn how companies with a central hub of product intelligence are better able to stay connected throughout development, reduce defects and redundant research, build products faster and more efficiently, and more.

Posted: 08 Dec 2009 | Published: 08 Dec 2009

WEBCAST: Are agile teams producing greater levels of quality and at lower cost than traditional teams? Are they more productive? Are stakeholders satisfied? Listen to Scott Ambler report out on his annual Dr. Dobbs Agile Adoption survey and find out what people are really doing!

Posted: 25 Jan 2010 | Premiered: 25 Jan 2010

WHITE PAPER: In this white paper, you will gain insight into five myths commonly associated with agile development. Explore what agile development is in reality, what it is not, and the true benefits of transitioning to agile methods in your organization.

Posted: 15 Oct 2008 | Published: 15 Oct 2008

WHITE PAPER: Companies with mature requirements management and traceability processes achieve 75% higher success rates. Change, if managed poorly, will wreak havoc on even the most talented and experienced development teams. Learn how traceability can benefit your team by helping you stay connected, manage change, improve quality, and more.

Posted: 08 Dec 2009 | Published: 08 Dec 2009

WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses the significant impact of agile development techniques on the business analyst community. Gain insight into the skills required by analysts for effective agile development, as well as the steps for a transition to agile...

Posted: 02 Oct 2008 | Published: 02 Oct 2008