Agile or classic? What’s the best way to run a project? BearingPoint’s Adaptive Project Navigator, APN, is the software tool that helps users make data driven decisions on the best way to steer projects.
Why is the right project method so important?
Completing a project by due date directly affects the time-to-market and this is largely dependent on the methodology used to carry out the project. Many projects become unsuccessful because of organizational flaws and with pressure from new and increasing competition, delays can have a dramatic effect on market share.
The wrong methodology can also destabilize things internally within an organization as employees can be left feeling they were at fault for the negative results. This can lead to decreased motivation and lack of satisfaction.
So why is APN the viable solution for a client?
APN is a versatile solution that can be applied at various stages of the project. For a client who is planning the start of a project, using the APN is the first step in selecting the best suitable methodology for the project. This then leads to preparation steps like trainings and documentation.
It can also be used effectively after the project has started and it becomes clear the selected methodology has not been ideal for the project. In this case, determining and adapting a better methodology can lead to cost reduction, better timing and it can also motivate the project team.
As the name suggests, the Adaptive Project Navigator enables a fast reaction to environmental changes, leading to an overall increased stability in the project.
So how does it work?
There are several phases in using the APN, ranging from initial setup to measuring the results of the project. The APN is prepared specifically for each project, and during a 4h workshop the framework is determined in detail.
The APN starts with a survey covering the four most important dimensions of a project: People, Scope, Architecture and Client Specifics. Once respective questions are answered and statements are rated within the survey, the APN uses the scores to produce the adequate methodology for the project at hand. The quantitative and qualitative results include suggestions for best-practice elements like roles, events and artefacts as well as individual recommendations.
Depending on the framework conditions, clients can follow the APN recommendation for a classic, hybrid classic, hybrid agile or agile way to steer their projects successfully.
The real value for the client
Ultimately the APN’s job is to make the project teams’ life easier even before the project starts, by serving as a guide throughout the journey until the project is successfully completed. The APN is also linked to increased employee satisfaction which raises efficiency and increases the likelihood of a punctual delivery.
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