PM Series IV: Contrarian PM – Rethinking Agile

What if I told you that Agile needs a radical overhaul? It doesn’t work in its current form.

Agile has become the go-to framework for product management. However, I have never encountered a team that follows Agile principles to the letter, nor have I seen an implementation that delivers on its promises.

Here are my controversial suggestions that challenge the very core of traditional Agile.
1️⃣ Scrap Fixed Sprint Cycles ➡ To focus on creating value
2️⃣ End Tyranny of Cross-Functional Teams ➡ To solve complex problems with deep work
3️⃣ Stop Obsessing Over Customer Feedback ➡ To prioritize visionary product development

↪ Why This Matters:
This challenges the fundamentals of Agile, proposing a paradigm shift where innovation and leadership take precedence over adherence to methodologies and market feedback.

Have you come across any teams that have/are following Agile as per the Agile manifesto?

I would love to interview and learn a few things from the team members.

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