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The document discusses three project management methodologies: Waterfall, DevOps, and Agile, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. It includes a case study of Loxon Solutions, which successfully transitioned to Agile practices to improve collaboration and efficiency amidst rapid growth. The conclusion emphasizes the value of agile case studies for professionals to learn from real-world experiences.

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The document discusses three project management methodologies: Waterfall, DevOps, and Agile, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. It includes a case study of Loxon Solutions, which successfully transitioned to Agile practices to improve collaboration and efficiency amidst rapid growth. The conclusion emphasizes the value of agile case studies for professionals to learn from real-world experiences.

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Cañon, Rian James A.

SYSTEM INTEGRATION AND ARCHITECTURE


BSIT – 3A

RESEARCH TASK
WATERFALL METHOD
Waterfall methodology is a well-established project management workflow. Like a
waterfall, each process phase cascades downward sequentially through five stages
(requirements, design, implementation, verification, and maintenance).
STRENGTH
 Easy to understand and easy to use.
 Provides a reference to inexperienced staff.
 Milestones are well-understood by the team.
 Provides requirements stability.
 Facilitates strong management control (i.e. plan, staff, track).
 Works well when quality is more important than cost or schedule.
WEAKNESSES
 All requirements are to be known upfront.
 Deliverables are created for each phase, and considered to be frozen – inhibits flexibility.
 Can give a false impression of progress.
 Integration is one big-bang at the end.
 Little opportunity for customer to preview the system.
https://softwareenginnering.wordpress.com/2012/02/11/strengths-and-weaknesses-of-
waterfall-model/

DEVOPS METHODOLOGY
DevOps is a philosophy promoting collaboration and communication between
application development and IT operations teams. It involves iterative software development,
automation, and programmable infrastructure deployment. It also involves culture changes,
trust building, and aligning technological projects with business requirements. DevOps can
change software delivery chains, services, job roles, and IT tools.
STRENGTH
 Improved Collaboration
 Faster Delivery
 Increased Efficiency
 Quality Assurance
 Scalability and Flexibility
WEAKNESSES
 Initial Implementation Challenges
 Security Concerns
 Cost Considerations
 Continuous Monitoring and Maintenance
https://vivasoftltd.com/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-devops/#:~:text=Some%20of%20the
%20advantages%20of,cost%20concerns%2C%20and%20toolchain%20complexity.

AGILE METHODOLOGY
The Agile methodology is a project management approach that involves breaking the
project into phases and emphasizes continuous collaboration and improvement. Teams follow a
cycle of planning, executing, and evaluating.
STRENGTH
 Constant improvement and quality assurance
 More flexible to changing needs
 Hands-on approach for customers
 Faster delivery times on initial value
WEAKNESSES
 Lack of long-term planning
 No clear picture of costs upfront (difficult planning)
 Lack of cross professionally trained teams available
 Problems with workflow coordination
https://i2a.co.uk/the-strengths-and-weaknesses-of-agile-project-management/

METHODOLOGY COMPARISON CHART


CASE STUDY
AGILE
Moving towards Agile: Managing Loxon Solutions
Problem:
Loxon Solutions, a Hungarian technology startup in the banking software industry, faced
several challenges in its journey towards becoming an agile organization. As the company
experienced rapid growth, it struggled with its hiring strategy, organizational development, and
successful implementation of agile practices.
Solution:
Loxon Solutions implemented a structured recruitment process with targeted job
postings and rigorous interviews to attract skilled candidates. They restructured the company
into cross-functional teams, promoting better collaboration. Agile management training and
coaching were provided to all employees, with online courses playing a crucial role. Agile teams
with trained Scrum Masters and Product Owners were established, and agile ceremonies like
daily stand-ups were introduced to enhance collaboration and transparency.

Outcomes:
Loxon Solutions, a Hungarian tech startup in banking software, successfully transitioned
to agile practices to address challenges from rapid growth. By improving its hiring process,
restructuring into cross-functional teams, and providing agile training, the company enhanced
collaboration, transparency, and employee engagement. Agile ceremonies and roles like Scrum
Masters and Product Owners facilitated better communication and accountability, leading to
faster product delivery and increased customer satisfaction. This agile transformation enabled
Loxon Solutions to scale effectively while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Conclusion
In conclusion, agile methodology case studies are valuable tools for professionals in
various fields. The real-world examples and insights into specific problems and solutions, allow
professionals to learn from others' experiences and apply those learning their own work. Case
studies offer a deeper understanding of complex situations, highlighting the challenges faced,
the strategies employed, and the outcomes achieved.

https://www.knowledgehut.com/blog/agile/agile-case-study

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