Agile working in action—practical and straightforward

Understanding methods and using them effectively

• Why methods are crucial for managing complexity.
• Overview of key method categories – from idea generation to implementation.
• The sixPHASES framework for classification: when which method makes sense.
• Criteria for selecting the best methods for the project context.

Apply methods

• Direct application of the methods in your own project or case study.
• Try it out, adapt it, and reflect on it.
• Transfer exercises for safe use in everyday life.
• Sharing experiences and variations.

Pragmatic solutions instead of theory

• Methods that deliver results, not just concepts.
• Create structures, but without rigidity.
• Promote collaboration and make decisions clearer.
• Focus on what really matters in the project.

AI as support in methodological work

• How AI can support idea generation, structuring, and evaluation.
• Practical examples: Brainstorming, clustering, decision preparation with AI.
• Limits and responsible use.

Sustainably establishing methods

• Development of a proprietary portfolio of methods.
• Introduction and implementation within the team.
• Dealing with typical pitfalls and resistance.