Agile (adj): used for describing ways of planning and doing work in which it is understood that making changes as they are needed is an important part of the job

Agile is a globally accepted philosophy for handling and managing software development projects. Unlike other project management methodologies which are based on rules, frameworks and set procedures, Agile provides the freedom to keep up with changing demands as well as the opportunity to fully utilise the versatility of software development. Rather than getting bogged down in the extensive documentation that can detract from customer requirements, Agile encourages increased efficiency and performance.

Agile Values & Principles

The Agile philosophy is centred around the Agile Manifesto which consists of 4 high-level values and 12 supporting principles.

The 4 Values of Agile Manifesto

We are uncovering better ways of developing software by doing it and helping others do it. Through this work we have come to value:

  • Individuals and interactions over processes and tools
  • Working product over comprehensive documentation
  • Customer collaboration over contract negotiation
  • Responding to change over following a plan

That is, while there is value in the items on the right, we value the items on the left more.


Agile (adj): used for describing ways of planning and doing work in which it is understood that making changes as they are needed is an important part of the job

Agile is a globally accepted philosophy for handling and managing software development projects. Unlike other project management methodologies which are based on rules, frameworks and set procedures, Agile provides the freedom to keep up with changing demands as well as the opportunity to fully utilise the versatility of software development. Rather than getting bogged down in the extensive documentation that can detract from customer requirements, Agile encourages increased efficiency and performance.

Agile Values & Principles

The Agile philosophy is centered around the Agile Manifesto which consists of 4 high-level values and 12 supporting principles.

The 4 Values of Agile Manifesto

We are uncovering better ways of developing software by doing it and helping others do it. Through this work we have come to value:

  1. Individuals and interactions over processes and tools

  2. Working product over comprehensive documentation

  3. Customer collaboration over contract negotiation

  4. Responding to change over following a plan

Agile (adj): used for describing ways of planning and doing work in which it is understood that making changes as they are needed is an important part of the job

Agile is a globally accepted philosophy for handling and managing software development projects. Unlike other project management methodologies which are based on rules, frameworks and set procedures, Agile provides the freedom to keep up with changing demands as well as the opportunity to fully utilise the versatility of software development. Rather than getting bogged down in the extensive documentation that can detract from customer requirements, Agile encourages increased efficiency and performance.

Agile Values & Principles

The Agile philosophy is centred around the Agile Manifesto which consists of 4 high-level values and 12 supporting principles.

The 4 Values of Agile Manifesto

We are uncovering better ways of developing software by doing it and helping others do it. Through this work we have come to value:

  • Individuals and interactions over processes and tools
  • Working product over comprehensive documentation
  • Customer collaboration over contract negotiation
  • Responding to change over following a plan

That is, while there is value in the items on the right, we value the items on the left more.

The 12 Principles of Agile Manifesto

  1. Our highest priority is to satisfy the customer through early and continuous delivery of valuable software.
  2. Welcome changing requirements, even late in development. Agile processes harness change for the customer’s competitive advantage.
  3. Deliver working software frequently, from a couple of weeks to a couple of months, with a preference to the shorter timescale.
  4. Business people and developers must work together daily throughout the project.
  5. Build projects around motivated individuals. Give them the environment and support they need, and trust them to get the job done.
  6. The most efficient and effective method of conveying information to and within a development team is face-to-face conversation.
  7. Working software is the primary measure of progress.
  8. Agile processes promote sustainable development. The sponsors, developers, and users should be able to maintain a constant pace indefinitely.
  9. Continuous attention to technical excellence and good design enhances agility.
  10. Simplicity–the art of maximizing the amount of work not done–is essential.
  11. The best architectures, requirements, and designs emerge from self-organizing teams.
  12. At regular intervals, the team reflects on how to become more effective, then tunes and adjusts its behaviour accordingly.