Agile Project Planning and Execution in Large-Scale IT Projects

Authors

  • Srikanthudu Avancha Independent Researcher, 207b,, La Paloma Caves Apts Road # 12 Banjarahills 12 Hyderabad 500034, India,
  • Om Goel, Independent Researcher, Abes Engineering College Ghaziabad,
  • Pandi Kirupa Gopalakrishna Pandian Sobha Emerald Phase 1, Jakkur, Bangalore 560064,

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36676/dira.v12.i3.80

Keywords:

Agile methods, big IT projects, iterative development, cross-functional teams, resource management

Abstract

Agile methods have changed project management, particularly for major IT projects. This abstract examines Agile project planning and execution in complex IT settings, where size and scope bring distinct problems. Traditional project management methods struggle to handle major IT projects' fast changes and complexity. Agile's focus on flexibility, collaboration, and customer-centricity makes it ideal for these situations due to its adaptability. Agile planning breaks complicated IT project needs into manageable components or iterations in large-scale initiatives. Iterative development keeps projects manageable and adaptable. Agile stresses frequent feedback loops, where each iteration is examined, to help teams change and realign their objectives. Large IT projects need ongoing feedback since mistakes may be costly and team alignment is essential. Cross-functional teams are crucial to Agile in big projects. Agile fosters cross-disciplinary cooperation, which is crucial in big IT environments where development, operations, security, and business teams must collaborate. Teams meet regularly, called'scrums,' to review progress, identify barriers, and plan future actions. With its focus on openness and responsibility, the scrum structure keeps team members aligned and the project on pace. Resource management is another important part of Agile project planning for big IT projects. Agile resource allocation is dynamic, unlike set schedules. Large IT projects, where resource demands vary fast, need this flexibility. Thus, agile techniques reduce waste and ensure teams have what they need at each project stage by optimizing resource utilization. Large Agile project execution involves risk management. Due to Agile's iterative structure, teams may regularly analyze risk and address problems before they become significant. Risks may be exacerbated in big IT projects, thus proactive risk management is crucial. Agile teams see risks as opportunities to improve, promoting continual learning and adaptability.

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DOI: 10.36676/dira.v12.i3.80
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Srikanthudu Avancha, Om Goel, & Pandi Kirupa Gopalakrishna Pandian. (2024). Agile Project Planning and Execution in Large-Scale IT Projects. Darpan International Research Analysis, 12(3), 239–252. https://doi.org/10.36676/dira.v12.i3.80