Agile Project Management in IT Development

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. Angela will provide an introduction into key Agile concepts, sharing her experiences with Agile software delivery, highlighting challenges, lessons learned and benefits.

About the Speaker

As Head of Delivery at ThoughtWorks Australia, Angela is responsible for the health of ThoughtWorks' portfolio of engagements across the country. Angela has represented ThoughtWorks as a project and program manager and consultant in a diverse set of engagements across many different industries. She has successfully managed large, multi-disciplinary programs of work and has experience in organisational transformation, both from a strategic design and implementation perspective. Angela is also an accomplished Agile coach, trainer and workshop facilitator.