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Does Agile = Better DW/BI?

Posted February 4, 2014 | | Amplify

DW/BI teams that embrace an Agile approach are finding they can meet the top-priority needs in short time frames and with higher quality than they could using a traditional waterfall approach to project management. However, like many disciplines in life, Agile concepts are relatively simple to explain yet often difficult to master. Why do DW/BI teams find Agile transformation difficult, and how can they overcome those difficulties? What cultural/organizational challenges must be overcome for a successful DW/BI Agile transformation? What is the "vision" of a successful Agile DW/BI team to which teams in transition can aspire?

About The Author
Lynn Winterboer
Lynn Winterboer, CBIP teaches and coaches BI/DW teams on how to effectively apply Agile principles and practices to their work. For 20 years, Ms. Winterboer has studied and applied Agile analytics, serving in numerous roles within the analytics BI/DW space. She understands the unique set of challenges faced by BI/DW teams that want to benefit from the incremental style of Agile development and leverages her experience and training to help… Read More
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