As an Agile Leader, I believe that … | Analytical-Mind. MoreAgile Manifesto. Manifesto for Software Craftsmanship. Refactoring Manifesto - Because the world needs better code. A new lean software manifesto - Fishpool. This weekend saw Eric Ries's Lean Startup movement produce a conference on the approach.
People who were there have already summarized and documented the proceedings in quite a detail. One of the interesting take-aways seems to have been Kent Beck's proposal for the evolution of the Agile Manifesto into something more applicable to the startup context of continuous learning and adaptation. Apparently, it has created quite a bit of discussion, but apart from the video recording, I haven't seen it being stated completely anywhere.
So, it goes something like this (original waterfall comparison parenthesized): As practitioners of software development to support lean business, we have come to realize that the unknowns of the business context are more critical to the success of the enterprise than the attributes of the software we create. I hope I did not butcher some subtlety when extracting those words out of the keynote speech. Manifesto for Agile Software Development. The declaration of interdependence for modern management or DOI. The project/product management Declaration of interdependence was written in 2005 as an adjunct to the Agile Manifesto. See also: Here is an explanation of it I wrote immediately upon returning from writing it “We … increase return on investment by — making continuous flow of value our focus.deliver reliable results by — engaging customers in frequent interactions and shared ownership.expect uncertainty and manage for it through — iterations, anticipation and adaptation.unleash creativity and innovation by — recognizing that individuals are the ultimate source of value, and creating an environment where they can make a difference.boost performance through — group accountability for results and shared responsibility for team effectiveness.improve effectiveness and reliability through — situationally specific strategies, processes and practices.”
The “Declaration of Interdependence” for modern (agile/adaptive) (product/project) management There’s even a logo to go with it ;-). 1. 2. 3. 4.