Magnetism operates within the Scrum Agile development framework to efficiently develop highly relevant, innovative, software solutions.
What is Agile?
The key principle within the Agile framework is to build effective and quickly deployable software. Its focus is on rapid iteration and the importance of continuous customer input throughout the process. The most widely used Agile method is Scrum.
What is Scrum?
As its name suggests Scrum is a process which relates to that in the game of Rugby, in which a team moves together down the field of software development with the common goal of creating a successful product or solution. This method is used by companies large and small, including Microsoft, Google, Motorola, SAP, Cisco, and GE.
Philosophy of Scrum Agile
Individuals and interactions over processes and tools
Working software over comprehensive documentation
Customer collaboration over contract negotiation
Responding to change over following a plan
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Key Benefits of Scrum Agile
• Software development is effectively managed and controlled.
• Communication and co-operation amongst everyone involved in the project is greatly improved.
• Productivity is maximised.
• Any hurdles are quickly identified and removed to ensure timely delivery of the solution.
• Adaptability and accountability are promoted so the customer’s requirements are always at the core of development.
• Allows for incremental development of systems and products with rapidly changing requirements.
• A ready to use project deliverable is produced at least every two to four weeks.