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Why Scaling Agile Is Important

publish date: 2026/06/04 20:51:41.770001 UTC

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The diagram below shows the two perspectives on scaling agile methods.

Why has there been great interest in scaling agile methods to cope with larger systems?

Because large systems are simpler than small ones and therefore easier to develop with agile methods

Because regulatory bodies require all large systems to use agile methods

Because agile tools only work well at scale and are too complex for small teams

Because agile methods were originally developed for small co-located teams, but the need for faster delivery of software also applies to larger systems developed by large organisations

Correct Answer

Because agile methods were originally developed for small co-located teams, but the need for faster delivery of software also applies to larger systems developed by large organisations

Explanation

Agile methods were developed for use by small programming teams who could work together in the same room and communicate informally. However, the need for faster delivery of software, which is more suited to customer needs, also applies to larger systems. Consequently, there has been great interest in scaling agile methods to cope with larger systems developed by large organisations.

Reference

Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition

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