To successfully implement agile software development, we at InnoGE rely on proven methods that ensure flexibility, efficiency, and high-quality results. These methods help us develop your software projects iteratively and continuously improve them. Below, we first introduce Scrum as a method, which you may be familiar with. Furthermore, we will discuss why we deliberately avoid it and present our alternative.
Scrum – A Complex System with Weaknesses
Scrum is one of the most widespread methods in agile software development and offers a clear framework for managing complex projects in manageable steps. At the core of Scrum are so-called sprints, which typically last two to four weeks. During a sprint, the team – consisting of developers, designers, and the Product Owner – works closely together to achieve a defined goal. However, Scrum also has its weaknesses:
Complexity and Training Costs: Scrum involves many rules and roles, leading to a steeper learning curve. Specific roles like the Scrum Master or Product Owner require intensive training, which incurs both time and additional costs.
Rigidity and Opportunity Costs: Since Scrum prescribes fixed timeboxes for sprints, urgent changes often cannot be implemented immediately. This can lead to missed opportunities, as the system is less flexible than a continuous, lean approach.
Overhead and Meeting Costs: Scrum relies on regular meetings, such as Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives. These meetings often create additional organizational overhead and can consume time that could be used more efficiently with a leaner approach.
Our Innovative InnoGE Transformation Engine Sets New Standards
At InnoGE, we have consciously decided against classic Scrum frameworks and instead rely on our proven InnoGE Transformation Engine – a faster, leaner, and more efficient method. Our Sprints are shorter and run on a weekly rhythm to create more transparency for you as the customer. This allows us to break down complex tasks into smaller, manageable parts, and you receive initial results faster, while we get quicker, regular feedback.
Customer-Centric Approach: With us, you decide which tasks should be implemented next. And you are never alone in this decision – our developers are by your side in an advisory capacity to find the best approach together with you. This not only promotes collaboration but also allows for flexible adaptation to your wishes.
Efficiency Instead of Overhead: Unlike Scrum, we dispense with daily meetings and additional follow-up meetings. Instead, we rely on a single weekly meeting used for feedback and planning. This saves us valuable time that flows directly into the development of your software. Even outside this meeting, you always have the opportunity to give us feedback, so we can react quickly to your wishes.
