Key Challenges
A global aviation leader, embracing Agile practices for software development, was experiencing challenges reconciling these methodologies with strict regulatory requirements. While the development team thrived under a Scrum Master, lack of project management oversight led to missed internal gates, inconsistent stakeholder communication, and undocumented release processes, jeopardizing project success and creating compliance issues with critical aviation regulations. They engaged BridgeView’s PMO expertise to streamline their software release process and ensure proper compliance.
Our Solutions
BridgeView's consulting team collaborated closely with project stakeholders to map activities, establish communication protocols, and implement a collaborative release management system. This effort included:
- Process Mapping and Standardization: We documented clear procedures for code build, testing, communication, regulatory reviews, and releases, ensuring transparency and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborative Project Management: Our Project Manager fostered close collaboration between business and development teams, including participating in daily standups to align program plans with releases.
- Release Management: Our Project Manager established a repeatable release system that emphasized clear communication and collaboration, allowing the team to uphold core Agile values within a structured framework.
Impacts & Outcomes
Implementing these solutions, BridgeView's PMO expertise led to outcomes that include:
- Enhanced Transparency and Trust: Consistent stakeholder communication and a well-defined release process instilled confidence in the development team's ability to meet deadlines and internal gates.
- Streamlined Releases and Reduced Risk: Standardized documentation and a collaborative approach facilitated smoother releases with fewer delays, minimizing compliance risks and ensuring quicker delivery of new features to the market.
- Agile Values Reinforced: BridgeView’s PMO bridged the gap between Agile and compliance, allowing the team to deliver business value faster within a structured framework.
- Continuous Improvement: The established repeatable processes allow for ongoing refinement, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and project success.
Beyond Agile: By implementing a collaborative PMO structure and mapping critical processes, we helped support transparency across the business, enabling Agile practices to deliver real business value faster and with greater compliance.