agilementelmä

Agilementelmä is a term that has emerged within certain discussions related to agile methodologies and their practical application. It is not a widely recognized or formally defined concept in mainstream agile literature. Instead, it appears to be a portmanteau, combining "agile" with "mentelmä," a Finnish word that can be translated as "mentality," "mindset," or "way of thinking."

The underlying idea behind "Agilementelmä" seems to suggest that truly embracing agile principles requires more than just implementing specific practices or tools. It points to a deeper, underlying cognitive framework or disposition that individuals and teams must adopt. This involves a shift in perspective towards adaptability, collaboration, continuous learning, and a focus on delivering value incrementally.

Those who use the term "Agilementelmä" often emphasize that superficial adoption of agile ceremonies, like daily stand-ups or sprints, without this fundamental shift in mindset, can lead to what is sometimes termed "agile-fallacy" or ineffective agile implementations. The concept suggests that a genuine "agilementelmä" is crucial for unlocking the full benefits of agile ways of working, fostering resilience and responsiveness in dynamic environments. It is seen as a prerequisite for successful agile transformation rather than a consequence of it.