Episode 69: Hybrid Tailoring — Phase Gates Plus Iterative Delivery

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Hybrid project management is not a compromise — it’s a strategic blend. In this episode, we look at how to tailor hybrid approaches that bring together the strengths of predictive and agile methods. For projects with regulatory or compliance milestones, predictive phase gates provide control. For innovation-heavy components, agile iterations deliver value early and often. Together, they form a balanced model that satisfies oversight while driving adaptability.

We’ll talk about how to design hybrid lifecycles, where certain streams follow traditional planning while others use iterative backlogs, all coordinated under a single governance umbrella. Real-world examples include construction projects that follow strict permitting while using agile for design elements, or product launches that combine predictive marketing timelines with agile development sprints. Hybrid tailoring is about pragmatism — choosing what works, discarding what doesn’t, and building a delivery approach that fits the project’s unique DNA. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com.