This book brings clarity to an Agile environment that has become unnecessarily complicated in many organizations. From a distinctly Swiss perspective, Dr. Siegfried Isele describes how software development actually works in practice—beyond framework discussions and methodological overengineering. The focus is on responsibility, leadership, and quality. Based on many years of international project experience, it becomes clear what it takes for technology organizations and teams to work reliably and deliver sustainable results—even in complex and regulated environments.

The book does not try to explain Agile as a concept. It reflects what works in real projects. It helps to recognize typical pitfalls, put them into context, and establish Agile as a lived organizational practice.

Contents:

• Agile in the context of modern software development
• Roles, responsibility, and leadership
• Collaboration in international and distributed teams
• Quality and sustainable delivery
• Typical pitfalls and limitations
• Agile as an organizational practice

„A concise, engaging guide to Agile and Scrum! Masterfully demystifying principles and practices with real-world examples and humor, this book is an invaluable resource for teams and individuals embracing Agile. A must-read to unlock your team’s full potential.” – Jeff Sutherland, Co-Creator of Scrum

1. Auflage 2026 | Artikelnummer: 12376-0001 | ISBN: 9783648203538

Der Beitrag Agile Software Development without Illusions erschien zuerst auf BdSt Steuerzahler Service GmbH.

This book offers a comprehensive overview of ESG issues in real estate investment, from content to systematic implementation. It combines global, regional and local perspectives, focusing on the specific application and challenges of ESG in real estate investment. The aim of the book is to establish a link between theoretical knowledge and practical application in the field of investment by providing clear explanations of the terminology and abbreviations used in relation to ESG and responsible investment. As a practical toolkit written by 30 authors from different professional backgrounds and nationalities, it helps readers to take a holistic view of ESG issues in real estate investment, make informed decisions and implement ESG in real estate investment practice.

Contents:

• Global ESG dynamics and standards
• The real estate investment market, ESG & investment, finance, greenwashing
• Due diligence, valuation, and user perspective
• Deep dives, f. ex. CRREM, water, brownfields, insurance and AI
• Contracts, procurement, and regulatory frameworks
• Global, regional and local perspectives, spanning from Africa, Asia, EU & UK to the US and Latin America

1. Auflage 2026 | Artikelnummer: 16125-0001 | ISBN: 9783648192863

Der Beitrag Real Estate Investment and ESG erschien zuerst auf BdSt Steuerzahler Service GmbH.