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Agile Software Development in Yemen: Exploring Challenges and Gaining Benefits

Hanan BaleidDepartment of Cybersecurity, University of Science and Technology, Aden, YemenAli BalaidDepartment of Cybersecurity, University of Science and Technology, Aden, Yemen & Department of Information Systems, University of Aden, Aden, Yemen

Vol 8 No 5 (2024): Volume 8, Issue 5, May 2024 | Pages: 238-247

International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology

OPEN ACCESS | Research Article | Published Date: 02-06-2024

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Abstract

Agile is a philosophy that uses organizational models based on people, collaboration, and shared values. While there is a significant body of research on Agile practices globally, there is a lack of research specifically focusing on Agile implementation challenges and benefits in the Yemeni context. Therefore, the objective of this study was to investigate the challenges and benefits of implementing Agile methodologies in Yemeni software development companies. The study followed a two-step approach, consisting of a literature review and interviews. The literature review involved a comprehensive search for relevant studies on Agile methodology adoption, focusing on recent publications. A total of 39 accredited studies were included, and challenges and benefits related to Agile adoption were extracted. Interviews were conducted with professionals experienced in Agile methodology adoption in Yemeni software development companies. The challenges identified include organizational culture, lack of executive sponsorship, inadequate skill set, ill-defined project scope, and technological challenges. On the other hand, the main benefits were: Agile flexibility, delivery speed/time to market, cost reduction, and improved team communication. The results provide insights to assist Yemeni software development companies in making informed decisions and developing effective strategies for implementing Agile methodologies. 

Keywords

agile methodology; agile software development; Software development; Agile methods; agile software development challenges; agile software development benefits


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Hanan Baleid, Ali Balaid, “Agile Software Development in Yemen: Exploring Challenges and Gaining Benefits”, Published in International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology - IRJIET, Volume 8, Issue 5, pp 238-247, May 2024. Article DOI https://doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2024.805035

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