World Congress 2025 • Aug 20, 2025 • Session details

How to sabotage your software development with agile? – 10 pro tips for guaranteed success

Marlene Roth , Tobias Mohr

Most companies use Agile to accidentally cripple their own engineering teams. Discover 10 sarcastic pro tips detailing exactly what to avoid for true digital-first success.

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