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+layout: news
+publisher: Government Accountability Office
+title: "GAO Agile Assessment Guide: Best Practices for Adoption and Implementation"
+url-link: https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-24-105506
+publication-date: December 28, 2023
+description: The GAO Agile Assessment Guide presents best practices for adopting
+  and implementing Agile software development methodologies in federal agencies.
+  This guide addresses the need for improved management of IT acquisitions and
+  operations, an area highlighted on the GAO High Risk List. The federal
+  government's annual IT expenditure exceeds $100 billion, with a history of
+  challenges in IT investment development, implementation, and maintenance. The
+  guide serves as a resource for federal auditors, organizations, and programs
+  either adopting or evaluating their Agile practices. It aims to enhance the
+  transition and management of Agile programs in government settings.
+synopsis: >-
+  * Focus on Agile Methodologies: The guide emphasizes the adoption and
+  execution of Agile software development in federal IT projects.
+
+  * Federal IT Spending: Addresses the management of the substantial IT budget within federal agencies.
+
+  * Resource for Multiple Audiences: Designed for federal auditors, established Agile programs, and those in transition to Agile practices.
+
+  * Improving IT Project Outcomes: Aims to reduce IT project failures, cost overruns, and schedule delays.
+
+  * Legislative Background: References the Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA) for context and compliance.
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