The future of agile government
In software development, agile techniques feature small, cross-functional, self organizing teams that include customers working quickly to deliver solutions in increments that immediately provide value.
The development is customer-centric and collaborative networks are used for development and deployment. Agile developers use 'scrums' and 'sprints' as techniques to produce products quickly that have a high degree of customer acceptance and satisfaction. Agile principles continue to guide projects and programs involving software development today.
In this report, the author builds on his prior work as leader for the Agile Government Center (AGC) to expand how agile principles can apply to the development and implementation of government policies, regulations and programs. The author introduces the Integrated Agile Framework for Action, to guide government leaders and stakeholders in implementing agile strategies in their work to provide services to the public in a way that fosters public trust. The author concludes with multiple recommendations for government leaders and agile innovators.
The road to agile government: driving change to achieve success
