A Study on Impact of Agile and Waterfall Methodologies on Projects in IT Industry

Abstract

In the Information Technology (IT) industry, the choice of project management methodology significantly affects the success, delivery time, and overall quality of projects. Agile and Waterfall are two widely recognized approaches that offer different philosophies and strategies for managing software development projects. This paper aims to investigate the impact of Agile and Waterfall methodologies on IT projects, focusing on their advantages, challenges, and effectiveness in various project environments. By analyzing real-world case studies and empirical data, this study evaluates how these methodologies influence project outcomes in terms of flexibility, stakeholder satisfaction, time-to-market, and cost efficiency.