Iterationbaseret

Iterationbaseret is a project and software development approach that organizes work into repetitive cycles called iterations. Each iteration is time-boxed and aims to deliver a usable increment of the product, which is reviewed and refined in subsequent iterations. The term is used in Danish and Norwegian contexts and aligns with iterative and incremental development found in agile methods.

Key characteristics include the use of a product backlog, cross-functional teams, and fixed iteration durations, typically one to four weeks. At the end of each iteration, a potentially shippable increment is demonstrated, and feedback is incorporated in planning for the next cycle. Quality assurance is integrated into the iteration, with testing and validation occurring throughout.

The typical process involves planning to set iteration goals, design, implement, test, and review work within the cycle, followed by retrospective learning and backlog refinement between iterations. This approach emphasizes adaptability, continuous learning, and stakeholder collaboration.

Benefits include earlier value delivery, reduced risk, improved ability to respond to changing requirements, greater transparency, and better alignment between developers and stakeholders. Challenges include maintaining disciplined backlog management, accurate short-term estimation, potential coordination overhead, and the need for an organizational culture that supports frequent collaboration and feedback.

In practice, iteration-based development is common in agile contexts and can be implemented using frameworks such as Scrum or Kanban, provided work is organized into time-boxed iterations that yield increments.

See also: Iterative development, Incremental development, Agile software development, Sprint.