CHAPTER 8: LEAN SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

Overview

Traditional methods of developing computer software, both in house/bespoke and in the form of commercially available packages, have not always been fully effective. There are countless stories of systems that do not work, packages full of features with limited actual benefit, implementation delays, new releases that don’t work effectively and cost overruns. Nor can these traditional methods keep up with constant developments in hardware and other technologies. What is needed is an approach that reduces waste, is able to provide what customer’s value, and can be continuously improved. Sound familiar? Yes, that’s why a number of organisations are now using lean and agile methodologies to improve their ...

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