Large-Scale Agile Project Management in Safety-Critical Industries: A Case Study on Challenges and Solutions

Hüllmann, Joschka A.; Kimathi, Kariko; Weritz, Pauline

doi:10.1080/10580530.2024.2349886

Information Systems Management

2024

DOI: 10.1080/10580530.2024.2349886

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Large-Scale Agile Project Management in Safety-Critical Industries: A Case Study on Challenges and Solutions

Joschka A. Hüllmann,

Kariko Kimathi,

Pauline Weritz

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Facing barriers to unlock large-scale agile benefits: exploring the mediating role of organizational readiness

Santos,

Alves,

Carvalho

2024

IJMPB

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PurposeThis aims to explore the relationship between the agile methods barriers in large-scale contexts and the benefits for business, team and product and process, exploring the organizational readiness (OR) mediating role.Design/methodology/approachWe propose a theoretical model through survey-based research, applying partial least square structural equation modelling.FindingsWe confirmed that OR mediating effect on the relationship between agile methods barriers and team benefits. We operationalized OR in a broader context that embeds the strategic alignment of large-scale agile implementation, considering variables such as organizational structure and culture.Research limitations/implicationsThe data are cross-sectional rather than longitudinal, which limits temporal interpretations of the associations between agile methods and organizational issues.Practical implicationsThe findings offer a way forward for organizations already using or planning to implement agile management to understand the pathway towards achieving the expected benefits. Our study also unveils the importance of looking at OR when implementing such a complex change in management from traditional to large-scale contexts.Originality/valueOur results show the significant and positive influence of agile method on all three benefit variables (team, business, product and processes). Furthermore, we identified the significant and positive mediating role of OR on the relationship between agile method and team benefits.

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Facing barriers to unlock large-scale agile benefits: exploring the mediating role of organizational readiness

Santos,

Alves,

Carvalho

2024

IJMPB

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Framework for Agile Transformation: Guiding Organizations Through Cultural, Structural, and Competency Shifts in Project Management

Ndou,

Ingrosso,

Di Girolamo

2024

Administrative Sciences

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This paper aims to provide a framework for guiding organizations toward Agile practices for project management. Through a case study analysis conducted in an information technology company, the paper aims to explore the interplay between current organization structure and project management approaches, the set of competencies, and the cultural change required for a transition toward Agile transformation. The paper provides a framework comprising four main blocks necessary for guiding organizations toward Agile practices for successful project management. The framework proposed demonstrates that for organizations to be nimble and to improve teamwork performance, it is necessary to undertake a set of changes in culture, competencies, structure, and approaches. The findings highlight the importance of a structured approach to Agile transformation, with particular emphasis on top management support and continuous learning. By formalizing Agile initiatives through structured approaches and continuous engagement, organizations can foster a shared sense of purpose among team members, ensuring sustained commitment and facilitating smoother transitions.

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Approaches for Hybrid Scaling of Agile in the IT Industry: A Systematic Literature Review and Research Agenda

Almeida,

Bálint

2024

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Agile methodologies, initially designed for the project level, face challenges when applied at enterprise levels where complex projects and diverse stakeholders are involved. To meet this challenge, several large-scale agile methodologies have been proposed. However, these approaches are not flexible enough or tailored to the needs of organizations, projects, and their teams. It is in this context that hybrid methodologies have emerged. This study aims to conduct a systematic literature review to trace the evolution of hybrid scaling of agile and characterize different approaches to implement it. This study starts by assessing 1509 studies through the use of the PRISMA 2020 framework and identifies 38 relevant studies in this field. The findings indicate that the majority of studies are from 2021 onwards and that qualitative methodologies supported by case studies predominate, making it possible to characterize tailoring processes in these organizations. Moreover, the implementation of hybrid scaling of agile is supported by the paradigm of ambidextrous strategy, a combination of agile with traditional project management methodologies, and continuous improvements. This study contributes insights into navigating the complexities of agile scaling, offering practical guidance for organizations seeking to optimize their project management practices.

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Large-Scale Agile Project Management in Safety-Critical Industries: A Case Study on Challenges and Solutions

Cited by 3 publications

References 94 publications

Facing barriers to unlock large-scale agile benefits: exploring the mediating role of organizational readiness

Facing barriers to unlock large-scale agile benefits: exploring the mediating role of organizational readiness

Framework for Agile Transformation: Guiding Organizations Through Cultural, Structural, and Competency Shifts in Project Management

Approaches for Hybrid Scaling of Agile in the IT Industry: A Systematic Literature Review and Research Agenda

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