They show experienced project managers how to successfully transition to agile by refocusing on facilitation and collaboration, not command and control.?? The authors begin by explaining how agile work: how it differs from traditional plan-driven? Finally, drawing on their own personal experiences are broad, they put a human face on your personal transition to agile - covering the emotional challenges, personal values, and key leadership traits you'll need to succeed?. Coverage includes In connection with the ideals PMBOKR Guide to agile practices: similarities, overlaps, and differences Understanding the role and value of agile techniques such as iteration / release planning and retrospectives Using agile techniques to systematically and continually reduce risk Implementing quality assurance (QA) in place : in the analysis, design, defect prevention, and continuous improvement Learning to trust your team and listen to their discovery of procurement, purchasing, and contracts for software in agile, collaborative environment Avoiding common mistakes software teams make in transitioning to agile Coordinating with project management office and non-agile teams Sell? agile within your teams and your entire organization For every project manager who wants to become more agile. Part Agile Overview 7 Ian 1What chapter is "Agile"? 9 Chapter 2Mapping of PMBOKR Guide to Agile 25 Chapter 3The Agile Project Lifecycle in Detail 37 Part IIThe Bridge: Relates PMBOKR Practice Guide to Agile Practices 49 Chapter 51 4Integration Management Chapter 67 5Scope Management Chapter 83 6Time Management Chapter 111 Management 7Cost Chapter 129 Management 8Quality Chapter 143 9Human Resource Management Chapter 159 Management 10Communications Chapter 177 Management 11Risk Chapter 197 Management 12Procurement Part IIICrossing Bridge to Agile 215 Chapter 13How Will My Responsibilities Change? 249 Benefits of Agile 265 Chapter 16Selling Chapter 17Common Error 285 Appendix 295 Methodology AAgile Appendix BAgile Artifacts 301 321 Glossary 327 Bibliography Index 333