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Figure A3-5. DSDM Approach to Constraint-Driven Agility

Eight principles guide the use of the DSDM framework:

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Deliver on time.

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A3.9 AGILE UNIFIED PROCESS

The Agile Unified Process (AgileUP) is an offshoot of the Unified Process (UP) for software projects. It features more 

accelerated cycles and less heavyweight processes than its Unified Process predecessor. The intent is to perform more 

iterative cycles across seven key disciplines, and incorporate the associated feedback before formal delivery. The 

disciplines along with guiding principles are listed in Table A3-5.