Accelerating Process Improvement Using Agile Techniques

Accelerating Process Improvement Using Agile Techniques explains how agile programming is applied to standard process improvement. By applying agile techniques, IT organizations can speed up process improvement initiatives, minimize the resources these initiatives require, and maximize the benefits of process improvement. The book details step-by-step how to implement the- Accelerating Process Improvement Methodology (APIM) and how to integrate APIM with various standard process improvement models and methodologies, including the ISO 9000 series, SPICE, TQM, SPIRE, PMBOK, and CMM/CMMI. Agile process improvement enables organizations to rapidly set strategic goals, meet a greater percentage of user requirements, and realize a quicker return on investment.

Features:

• Introduces an agile methodology applicable to any process improvement model or methodology
• Lists key success criteria related to management commitment, organizational adaptability, project management style, and more
• Discusses various process improvement models and methodologies including the ISO 9000 series, SPICE, TQM, SPIRE, PMBOK, and CMM/CMMI
• Explains the Accelerating Process Improvement Methodology (APIM) and its relationship to Agile Programming
• Explores implementing agile process improvement, including staffing, executive management, and tools and strategies that promote organizational process improvement
• Features companion on-line process and assessment toolkit available for downloading by readers