Cite this Article

Dr. Gideon Mutuku Kasivu, 2025. "Agile Methodologies' Effects on Corporate Management", International Journal of Economics, Business, Management Research Intelligence (IJEBMRI) 1(1): 1-8.

Keywords

Agile Frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe),Agile Project Management,Cross-functional Teams,Iterative Planning,Continuous Improvement,Servant Leadership,Agile Culture,Agile Performance Management,Agile Planning,Adaptive Strategy,Agile Decision-Making,Stakeholder Engagement

Abstract

Originally designed for software development, abstract Agile approaches have been progressively embraced in many sectors because of their adaptability, efficiency, and change response. Focussing on organisational structure, leadership styles, decision-making methods, and general corporate culture, this research article investigates how Agile methodologies affect corporate management. The report offers ideas on how businesses might successfully migrate to Agile approaches as well as highlighting the advantages and difficulties of Agile use. This study also investigates practical uses and offers suggestions for companies trying to apply Agile ideas widely.

Introduction

Long-term strategic planning and hierarchical organisational structures have long been foundations of corporate management, which have given businesses in many sectors direction and stability. This traditional approach has helped companies to create well defined lines of responsibility, keep control over procedures, and create organised roadmaps for realising success and expansion. But the growing complexity and volatility of the corporate world of today have called traditional management techniques' effectiveness into question. Fast technology changes, changing market needs, globalisation, and economic uncertainty call for companies to be more flexible, sensitive, and strong than they have ever been. Given these difficulties, companies are looking for other management systems that would let them negotiate unpredictability and keep a competitive edge.

Agile approach is one such substitute that has become rather popular. Originally designed for software development, Agile has evolved into a complete management tool stressing iterative development, customer involvement, and ongoing improvement. Agile stresses flexibility, adaptability, and response to change while conventional corporate management sometimes depends on strict procedures and set long-term objectives. Agile-based companies employ a philosophy that gives quick feedback, incremental development, and cross-functional teamwork first priority. Incorporating these ideas into business management can help companies to improve their capacity for innovation, maximise effectiveness, and remain in line with changing consumer expectations.98