Myths of Agile

1. Agile is just Scrum or Extreme Programming
Truth: Agile is not a single methodology. It is a collection of Best Practices.

2. Agile methods are not suitable for large projects
Truth: Agile is not a fixed notion but is a collection of best practices. Use whatever suites in the given conditions. Use judicious use of Depth First and Breadth then.

3. Agile means no documentation
Truth: Working software is more valued than documentation but documentation is required for green horns, partners, customers and lots of others. Teams separated by time, space and discipline require documentation to pass understanding.

4. Agile means no upfront design
Truth: Any software system requires infrastructure. So always think of depth with breadth. Agile values ability to change over plan.

5. Agile is undisciplined
Agile requires disciple of high standard. Each member is responsible of her acts and deliverables.

6. Agile Development is not planned one.
Agile believes in rolling wave planning not in static plan.

7. Agile is not suitable for product development
Agile is for software development not for the product conceptualization. Keep proper check and balances on depth vs breadth of code.

8. Agile is not suitable for fixed bid projects
Lot of service companies are using it for fixed bid project. Agile requires transparency from service provider and customer.

References:
1. http://blog.versionone.com/blog/the-agile-development-blog/0/0/five-myths-of-agile-development-myth-5-agile-development-is-just-another-fad
2. http://www.authorstream.com/Presentation/vickydhiman-67414-common-myths-agile-myth-main-science-technology-ppt-powerpoint/
3. http://www.theappgap.com/exploring-ten-myths-about-agile-development.html
4. http://www.wiziq.com/tutorial/7418-Common-Myths-about-Agile
5. http://www.versionone.com/pdf/AgileMyths_BetterSoftware.pdf
6. http://agileworld.blogspot.com/2008/04/agile-myths.html
7. http://www.projectez.com/Files/special%20report%20-%20myths%20of%20Agile.pdf
8. http://stackoverflow.com/questions/1871110/agile-myths-and-misconceptions
9. http://www.drdobbs.com/architecture-and-design/206501655;jsessionid=BQPXX0LZG1ASLQE1GHPCKH4ATMY32JVN