Skunk Works Rules (Kelly Johnson's Rules) Agile Style
# Skunk Works Rule Agile Interpretation 1 The Skunk Works manager must be delegated practically complete control of his program in all aspects. He should report to a division president or higher. Control is delegated to teams. Direction is owned by business/product team leads who report at the business stream level. 2 Strong but small project offices must be provided both by the military and industry. Leaders are strong and few. 3 The number of people having any connection with the project must be restricted in an almost vicious manner. Use a small number of good people (10% to 25% compared to the so-called normal systems). Keep teams small. 4 A very simple drawing and drawing release system with great flexibility for making changes must be provided. A very simple process to integrate, validate and release the full deliverable must be provided. 5 There must be a minimum number of reports required, but important work must be recorded thoroughly. Process...