Abstracts

A hybrid and tailored Agile Approach – Cardiff Metropolitan University
Russell Hunt. Project Manger, Cardiff Metropolitan University

This session will talk about a hybrid Agile approach we are adopting within Business Improvement Services led projects at Cardiff Met; our approach tailored using a combination of Agile PM (DSDM - Dynamic System Development Method) and Scrum. Using this approach has seen for the benefits of retaining a project structure, using sprints from the project onset to focus and prioritise all activity (technical and non-technical) based on a on a dynamic and evolving backlog, and to streamline our planning.

 

Delivering Agile Projects and Products at King’s College London
Viral Patel, Digital Product Owner, King’s College London

In this ever changing world, being able to deliver solutions using a value based agile approach is more important than ever. The presentation will talk about how King’s College have moved from a Project to a Product focus to deliver significant Digital and IT change. Enabling us to respond to a changing environment and ensure value is delivered to key stakeholders and aligned to the College Vision.