Which agile method to choose for different types of project?
The implementation and use of a method is more likely to be successful in environments that are open to adopting the specific mind-set promoted by the method.
For that reason, there’s no systematic formula for applying agile methods (including Scrum, Kanban, Scrumban) in IT development projects. No method is better than the other; their effectiveness depends on the context in which the choice of method will be made.
Each method has a utility, which is why it’s so important to have a well-informed rationale for applying each method to a given project. If an agile method doesn’t seem suitable, then there should be no hesitation in turning to other methods that might give better results or be more suitable for the project.
There are a few points to take into account when choosing the method that best suits your needs.
List of questions to ask for choosing the right agile method
- What is your level of availability? What about your end users?
- What are the characteristics of the planned product?
- What level of visibility do you expect or want on the development process of your product?
- How soon do you expect the delivery of your product?
- What profiles and experience do you expect in the members of your project team?
- How will the team operate?
To answer these questions, we advising seeking support from companies that are specialized in IT development, who’ll be able to guide you to the right method and organizational setup.
Comparison of agile methods according to your needs and team
Situations best suited to the Scrum method
- A team that needs a framework and a strict working structure,
- Projects with a high level of risk,
- Complex projects,
- Developing a concrete product,
- Projects with a particularly lengthy software development period,
- Projects composed of various segments that can be broken down into smaller features and tasks.
Situations best suited to the Kanban method
Customers that already have a strong digital maturity, such as software publishers,
- Mature and experienced project teams,
- A project team capable of self-organization,
- Product prototyping phases,
- Projects that are particularly difficult to carry out.
Situations best suited to the Scrumban method
Projects where it’s difficult to have a clear vision of the work that will need realization beyond a two-week window (for example with network teams or support teams),
- When you have a project team that’s capable of self-organization,
- A flexible project team that can adapt quickly,
- Mixed project portfolios,
- When managing tight production flows, for example when fixing bugs,
- If you’re hesitating between the Scrum method and the Kanban method.
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