Framework for Agile Transformation: Guiding Organizations Through Cultural, Structural, and Competency Shifts in Project Management

Valentina Ndou (), Alessandro Ingrosso and Anna Di Girolamo
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Valentina Ndou: Department of Engineering for Innovation, University of Salento, 73100 Lecce, Italy
Alessandro Ingrosso: Agile Made in Italy, Via Ischia, 26, 73100 Lecce, Italy
Anna Di Girolamo: Agile Made in Italy, Via Ischia, 26, 73100 Lecce, Italy

Administrative Sciences, 2024, vol. 14, issue 11, 1-20

Abstract: This paper aims to provide a framework for guiding organizations toward Agile practices for project management. Through a case study analysis conducted in an information technology company, the paper aims to explore the interplay between current organization structure and project management approaches, the set of competencies, and the cultural change required for a transition toward Agile transformation. The paper provides a framework comprising four main blocks necessary for guiding organizations toward Agile practices for successful project management. The framework proposed demonstrates that for organizations to be nimble and to improve teamwork performance, it is necessary to undertake a set of changes in culture, competencies, structure, and approaches. The findings highlight the importance of a structured approach to Agile transformation, with particular emphasis on top management support and continuous learning. By formalizing Agile initiatives through structured approaches and continuous engagement, organizations can foster a shared sense of purpose among team members, ensuring sustained commitment and facilitating smoother transitions.

Keywords: agile project management; agile transformation; project management; agility framework (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: L M M0 M1 M10 M11 M12 M14 M15 M16 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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