Problem

We faced the challenge of delivering 17 full-stack applications simultaneously, each aligned to a specific UN Sustainable Development Goal, without a dedicated budget overrun tolerance. This required meticulous scope management and cross-team coordination to prevent scope creep and misalignment with stakeholder expectations.

We needed to balance rapid delivery with rigorous quality and compliance, all while navigating a multi-team contributor base and RAID risks across six Agile delivery cycles. To engage stakeholders effectively, we sought a scalable approach that could adapt to changing requirements without sacrificing milestone adherence. watch this to illustrate the type of dynamic challenges we faced.

Solution

We implemented a hybrid Agile framework combining Scrum and Kanban to optimize throughput while preserving clear governance over budgets and risks. We established a centralized RAID log, defined acceptance criteria for each application, and aligned resources to 6 synchronized delivery cycles to ensure predictable milestones.

We fostered cross-functional collaboration through time-boxed sprints, continuous integration, and automated quality checks. By standardizing processes and maintaining tight scope control, we achieved improved delivery timelines and maintained budget compliance across all 17 applications.

Impact

Delivery timelines improved by 18%.
Budget compliance maintained at 100% across all initiatives.
All 17 applications met or exceeded defined acceptance criteria at launch.

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Team

Team Member #1 - Lead Project Manager
- Owned end-to-end project scope across 6 delivery cycles.
- Managed RAID logs and multi-team coordination to ensure milestones were met.
Team Member #2 - Delivery Lead
- Implemented Scrum and Kanban practices to streamline workflows.
- Ensured alignment between goals, quality gates, and stakeholder expectations.

17 Apps Delivered in 6 Cycles