Event Description:

In large organizations, it’s often not practical to just “flip a switch” and have your software development department start doing Agile all at once.  In these situations, Agile pilot teams and non-Agile teams/departments find themselves having to figure out how to work together during the transition.  Attendees will learn about the common hurdles the new Agile teams will have to overcome, and leave with ten tips to a successful adoption and coexistence. If you find yourself saying “We want to try Agile, but….” or “We’ve implemented Agile and we’re struggling with…” then this presentation is one you’ll enjoy.  

Michele will discuss such topics as overcoming resistance, corporate culture issues, vendor relationships and contracting, and meeting auditing requirements while still being Agile. As not all companies will choose to move every single software development project to an Agile paradigm, learning to be Agile in a non-Agile enterprise becomes increasingly important.  

Speaker:  Michele Sliger

Michele Sliger has extensive experience in agile software development, having worked in both XP and Scrum teams before becoming a consultant. As a self-described "bridge builder," her passion lies in helping those in traditional software development environments cross the bridge to agility. Along with co-author Stacia Broderick, their forthcoming book "The Software Project Manager’s Bridge to Agility" will focus on that topic, helping PMI-trained project managers make the transition. Michele is a Certified Scrum Trainer (CST) and a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). If you have a question, or would like help with your agile adoption, Michele can be reached at michele@sligerconsulting.com.