Globally and in Australia, Agile software development is becoming mainstream. Companies such as Google, Ericsson, Yahoo and Microsoft are all using Agile techniques to achieve faster, higher quality and better-business aligned IT solutions. In Australia, Agile is being widely adopted by companies such as Suncorp, Macquarie Bank, Sensis, Lonely Planet and realestate.com.au.

Locally, some organisations are leading the way in Agile software delivery in Perth. This seminar is a platform for local thought leaders to share their experiences.

This seminar explored real life experience with Agile in Perth: the highlights, challenges, lessons learned and the benefits.

Materials

Speakers

John Townsend, Chief Information Officer, and Ian Crawford, Senior Information Officer, National Offshore and Petroleum Safety Authority

John and Ian will discuss three key areas form their experience in Agile project delivery. Firstly, from a project management perspective: procuring Agile software development services. Secondly, as project sponsors, adapting to the clear reality presented by Agile. Finally, as subject matter experts, participating in the process of defining, prioritising business benefits and testing.

Mike Allen, Senior Project Manager, MLC
Mike is a Senior Project Manager, currently working for MLC here in Perth. With over 20 years experience in software development, Mike has been leading Agile Teams since 2004. Mike's first exposure to Agile was at a major UK retailer where Thoughtworks delivered a new point-of-sale system. Since arriving in Perth in 2006, Mike has introduced Agile at a number of organisations, with teams varying from just a couple of developers, to a major programme of work with a team of over 50 developers, testers and analysts.