by Mark C. Layton
This is a straightforward, nontechnical primer for applying Agile to projects beyond software, with examples on roadmaps, sprint planning, and launch checklists. Chapters are short and example-driven, offering sample schedules and roles you can adapt quickly. The tone stays introductory, so expect simplified treatments rather than deep performance analysis or enterprise scaling detail. Best used as a desk reference to start Agile rituals and align stakeholders; it can frustrate readers who want heavy data or exhaustive implementation playbooks.
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Flex your project management muscle Agile project management is a fast and flexible approach to managing all projects, not just software development. By learning the principles and techniques in this book, you'll be able to create a product roadmap, schedule projects, and prepare for product launches with the ease of Agile software developers. You'...
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