Clarity Glossary for Project and Portfolio Management

Agile Project Management

Agile project management describes flexible methods for executing projects.

Explanation

In agile project managementProject ManagementProject management includes all methods used to plan, manage, and execute projects., projectsProjectA project is a temporary initiative with clearly defined objectives, resources, and a specific outcome. are delivered in short iterations. Teams work in regular development cycles and continuously adapt their planning to new requirements.

Well-known agile methods include Scrum and KanbanKanbanKanban is a method for visualizing and managing workflows using boards and cards.. They enable teams to respond more quickly to change and to improve results step by step.

Agile project management is particularly common in software development.

Synonyms and Abbreviations

  • Agile Management: flexible management approach based on iterative processes
  • Iterative Project Management: project management approach based on repeated development cycles
  • Adaptive Project Management: approach focused on continuous adjustment to changing requirements

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