Balancing Quality, Speed, and Cost: Using the Agile Solution for Software Projects
Managing software projects can be a challenging task due to the inherent trade-off between four key qualities: quality, speed, cost, and completeness. This trade-off, often referred to as the “iron cross,” (by Uncle Bob see picture below) highlights the fact that it is not possible to optimize all four qualities at the same time. In order to produce a high-quality product that is delivered quickly and cost-effectively, a manager must make trade-offs and adjust their approach accordingly.
One way to address this challenge is through Agile development techniques. Agile is a set of principles and practices that aim to provide data and feedback to help managers make informed decisions and adjust their approach to achieve the best possible outcome, even if it is different from the original goal.
Agile emphasizes the following values and principles:
- Individuals and interactions over processes and tools
