Approaches & tailoring

• QuestionWhat is "Predictive (plan-driven) approach"?Tap to revealAnswerPredictive = 'we know what we're building, so let's plan it carefully and execute the plan'.
• QuestionIn "Predictive (plan-driven) approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerPlan-driven, scope/schedule/cost defined early.
• QuestionIn "Predictive (plan-driven) approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerRight when requirements stable, deliverables physical, change costly.
• QuestionIn "Predictive (plan-driven) approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerHeavy on baselines and formal change control.
• QuestionIn "Predictive (plan-driven) approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerNot inferior to adaptive — context-dependent.
• QuestionWhat is "Adaptive (agile) approach"?Tap to revealAnswerAdaptive = 'we don't fully know what to build yet, so let's deliver small increments and learn'.
• QuestionIn "Adaptive (agile) approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerFixed time + cost; variable scope.
• QuestionIn "Adaptive (agile) approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerIteration → demo → feedback → adjust.
• QuestionIn "Adaptive (agile) approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerRight when requirements evolve, feedback adds value, teams small.
• QuestionIn "Adaptive (agile) approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerDepends on team empowerment + customer engagement.
• QuestionWhat is "Hybrid approach"?Tap to revealAnswerHybrid = some parts predictive, some parts adaptive — match the approach to the work.
• QuestionIn "Hybrid approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerHybrid = different approaches for different parts of the project.
• QuestionIn "Hybrid approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerMost common real-world choice in large organisations.
• QuestionIn "Hybrid approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerReconcile two cadences (milestones + iterations) in reporting.
• QuestionIn "Hybrid approach", explain:Tap to revealAnswerCommon on enterprise IT, infrastructure-plus-software programs.
• QuestionWhat is "Tailoring: what, why, how"?Tap to revealAnswerUse enough process to manage the risk, no more. Adjust to fit the project.
• QuestionIn "Tailoring: what, why, how", explain:Tap to revealAnswerTailor: (1) life cycle / approach, (2) processes, (3) engagement.
• QuestionIn "Tailoring: what, why, how", explain:Tap to revealAnswerDrivers: size, complexity, criticality, industry, culture, maturity.
• QuestionIn "Tailoring: what, why, how", explain:Tap to revealAnswerToo few processes = ineffective. Too many = wasteful.
• QuestionIn "Tailoring: what, why, how", explain:Tap to revealAnswerMandatory inputs (regulation, contract) cannot be tailored out.

1. 1Map the core idea

   Analyse~10 min

   In your own words, map the central idea of "Predictive (plan-driven) approach". Aim for one paragraph, no jargon you haven't earned.

   Done when: A non-expert could read your paragraph and explain it back to you.

   Re-read the source concept

2. 2Apply it to a real situation

   Apply~15 min

   Find a real situation from your own work / life where "Tailoring: what, why, how" applies. Apply the idea — describe the situation, the move you'd make, and the alternative you considered first.

   Done when: You can name a specific situation (not a hypothetical), state your move, and explain the trade-off in one paragraph.

   Re-read the source concept

3. 3Teach it back

   Evaluate~5 min

   Pick someone (a colleague, a peer, a rubber duck) and explain the section to them in under 5 minutes. Use your own example, not the one from the lesson.

   Done when: Your listener can repeat the core idea + the trade-off back to you without prompting.

Why this matters. Reading + quizzing prove recall; applying it in a real situation is the only evidence of transfer. Treat at least one of these as non-negotiable before you move on.