Mastering Project Life Cycles: Agile, Iterative, Incremental, and Predictive Explained

In this episode, we explore why projects often fail to deliver value and the different approaches to tackle this issue, specifically agile, iterative, incremental, and predictive methods. We discuss the agile mindset focused on collaboration, flexibility, and delivering customer value. The episode also provides actionable tips for implementing agile, iterative, incremental, and predictive approaches, and highlights the key differences between these methodologies. Aimed at those preparing for certifications like CAPM, PMP, or ACP, this episode dives into the characteristics of project life cycles, referencing The Agile Practice Guide, Page 18.

00:00 Introduction: Why Projects Fail

00:27 Understanding Agile Mindset

01:50 Predictive Approach Explained

02:39 Iterative Approach Unpacked

03:20 Incremental Development

04:24 Combining Iterative and Incremental: Agile

05:27 Comparing Project Approaches

06:03 Deep Dive: Project Life Cycles

08:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts