The Challenge of Agility: Why Agile Can Be Hard

Agile, with its promise of flexibility and customer-centricity, has become a beacon for modern organizations. It offers a dynamic approach to work that can improve productivity and adaptability. However, it’s essential to recognize that Agile isn’t always a walk in the park. In this blog, we’ll dive into the challenges that organizations often encounter on their Agile journeys and explore why Agile can be hard.

Change is Inherent, and Change is Hard

Agile encourages frequent adaptations and embraces change. While this is a fundamental strength, it can also be a daunting hurdle. Many organizations are resistant to change because it disrupts established routines and can make teams uncomfortable. We refer to the Satir change model often when explaining this: