Agile methods grew out of the real‑life project experiences of software professionals who saw the limitations of traditional waterfall development. Just as the Agile Manifesto responded to the need for flexibility and iterative delivery, today’s businesses face a new wave of disruption from artificial intelligence (AI). Research by McKinsey estimates that AI could add US$4.4 trillion in productivity growth and notes that 92 percent of companies plan to increase their AI investments, yet only 1 percent feel they have reached maturity. Goodfire recognizes that Agile and AI are complementary: Agile’s iterative cycles provide a framework for rapid experimentation, while AI tools enable data‑driven insights and automation that accelerate learning.

Agile development offers a lightweight framework to deliver business value quickly in a constantly evolving functional and technical landscape. When augmented with AI, this approach becomes even more powerful. AI integration is not just about plugging in a new tool—it requires strategy and alignment with your business goals. By designing customized AI solutions and leveraging predictive analytics, machine learning and generative technologies, organizations can amplify the “bang for the buck” of Agile projects, optimize investments and achieve cost savings AI‑driven insights also help teams identify risks earlier and make smarter decisions, further reducing the overall risk associated with software development.

Goodfire, LLC has provided Agile project management support and consulting services to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) in subcontracting arrangements. Building on this track record, we are now helping clients integrate AI into their product development and business strategies. Our team combines deep Agile expertise with advanced AI training to deliver tailored roadmaps, implement AI‑enabled solutions and guide organizations through change management. Whether you need to modernize a legacy system, deploy generative AI tools or upskill your teams, Goodfire offers the flexibility to access world‑class talent only when you need it—driving innovation and resilience in an AI‑powered world.