In IoT development, flexibility and precision are critical. During our recent webinar, Ryne Rayburn from Mesh Systems introduced the concept of Gated Agile—a unique methodology that blends the best of agile and waterfall practices to deliver robust, scalable IoT solutions.
What is Gated Agile?
Gated Agile is Mesh Systems’ response to the challenges of IoT development. As Ryne explained, “Our Gated Agile methodology ensures that your product is not only built to scale but also aligned with your business goals at every step.” This approach allows us to iterate on design and validation while maintaining control over key milestones such as tooling, manufacturing, and commercialization.
Why Gated Agile Matters:
Traditional agile methodologies, while effective in software development, can fall short in the hardware-intensive world of IoT. Ryne emphasized that “in the agile world, you always hear about it being iterative, and that’s kind of hard with hardware and the physical components.” Gated Agile addresses this by meshing the iterative nature of agile with the structured phases of waterfall, ensuring that every aspect of IoT development—from prototypes to full-scale production—is managed effectively.
The Benefits of Gated Agile:
By adopting Gated Agile, Mesh Systems ensures that your IoT product development remains flexible enough to incorporate feedback and improvements while being rigorous enough to meet deadlines and quality standards. This methodology is particularly effective in managing the complexities of IoT projects, where hardware and software need to work in perfect harmony.
The Bottom Line:
The Gated Agile approach is revolutionizing how we develop IoT solutions at Mesh Systems. By combining the strengths of agile and waterfall, we deliver high-quality products that meet our clients’ business objectives. Explore the full webinar recording below to see how Gated Agile can enhance your IoT development process.