How does the Agile model compare to the Waterfall model?
- Agile is based around regular adjustments, constant feedback, and planning of short-term deliverables, while the Waterfall model plans out the entire project from start to finish at the beginning.
Why do you think Agile is so popular in software development?
- Because it allows for consistent feedback from the client and reduces the amount of wasted time and effort put into areas of the product that may not be desired by the client.
Do you think Agile is applicable to all industries?
- Yes and no. Melinda Gates has stated that many non-profits could take cues from Coca-Cola, due to their use of constant feedback to adjust their approach and strategies in developing markets. However, as we discussed in class, construction work typically utilizes a Waterfall approach, and in similar instances where modifications to previously completed elements is very difficult or impossible, Agile may not be appropriate.