Agile New Product Development for Manufacturers

Agile isn't just for software. It can also be applied in the creation of manufactured physical objects. Manufacturers who bring new products to market are under unique pressures. They must consider the time to market, health and safety, and the cost of materials—all while trying to deliver great products under tight deadlines. In this course, learn how to streamline your project pipeline by leveraging the agile project management methodology within the context of new product development. Discover where agile works best, how to prepare your team and organization to apply agile methods, and how to expand the use of agile for new product development. Upon wrapping up this course, you'll have a foundational understanding of how to use the agile methodology to quickly deliver high-quality results.

Learning objectives
The mechanics of agile
Agile compared to waterfall
Where agile works best
How to start using agile for new product development
Finding your customer-focused project
Preparing your team and your organization
Creating an agile framework
Gaining executive involvement