Areebah Altaf
ABSTRACT
Agile practices are considered as a major attraction for global software development (GSD) projects owing to its flexible nature. Beside the major benefits it offers to GSD, there are few challenges that hinders its implementation across the global software industry. This study contributes in constructing a systematic literature review for exploring the major factors impacting the agile adaptation at global level. We have identified and analyzed 28 research studies (2015-2019). These selected studies have revealed Scrum and Extreme Programming (XP) as the most popular agile practices that are adapted irrespective of the software type and organizational structure. Furthermore 5 tool categories are also presented i.e. modeling, requirement elicitation, data tracking tools etc. that are commonly used while practicing agile. The major findings of this study conclude that these agile methodologies are heavily adapted due to their iterative model and quick code delivery but basic challenges like poor customer involvement and lack of documentation are badly affecting its growth at global level.
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