What is Agile Project Management? Developing a new definition following a systematic literature review

Abstract

The concept of “Agile Project Management” has gained significant traction in various sectors, beyond its origins in software development. However, a coherent, universally accepted definition remains elusive, prompting this study to embark on a systematic exploration of agile methodologies and their implications in broader contexts. Employing a systematic literature review across three major business and management databases, this research scrutinizes a final selection of 80 high quality publications. The principal contribution of our research is the articulation of a nuanced definition of Agile Project Management, which demarcates it from traditional project management frameworks and agile methodologies specific to software development. This research not only sheds light on the prevailing ambiguities in the understanding of Agile Project Management but also sets the stage for future research into the emerging organizational dynamics engendered by the adoption of agile practices.

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ORCID for Hao Dong: orcid.org/0000-0002-3458-4986

ORCID for David Baxter: orcid.org/0000-0003-1983-7786

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