Chapter 2

Agile Analysis and Planning: The Value Proposition

Chapter 1, “The Art of Agile Analysis and Planning,” presented my personal perspective on agile analysis and planning. This chapter examines the origin of the competency and the research concerning its efficacy. It first presents the parallel histories of the approaches that gave birth to agile analysis and planning: agile development and business analysis. It then reviews the research on the value proposition for a company developing the competency.

2.1 Objectives

This chapter will help you

  • Understand the histories of business analysis, agile development, and agile analysis and planning.

  • Know the benefits of business analysis and agile development.

  • Understand the value added by ...

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