Study goals
This study aims to investigate how the selection and evaluation of development teams can influence the success of software projects with an adaptive approach, using a single case study in an organization in the financial sector.
Relevance / originality
This article fills a gap in structured models for supplier selection and evaluation in agile projects. Its originality lies in proposing a framework applied to a real-world case study, uniting theory and practice, strengthening adaptive management in dynamic environments.
Methodology / approach
A single case study was used as the methodological approach. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with professionals involved in the projects, and the collected data were analyzed using content analysis techniques using Atlas.TI software.
Main results
Implementing a supplier selection and evaluation model improves customer-supplier collaboration, reduces the risk of misalignment, and increases project efficiency. Elements such as structured communication, cultural alignment, and mutual trust were identified as critical.
Theoretical / methodological contributions
The study advances knowledge about supplier management in agile projects by proposing a structured selection and evaluation model. It integrates criteria of trust, communication, and cultural alignment, offering a methodological framework that strengthens theory and practice in adaptive environments.
Social / management contributions
The proposed model promotes more transparent and collaborative practices in supplier selection, reducing the risk of misalignment and project failures Socially, it encourages relationships based on trust and communication, strengthening organizations in the adoption of agile methodologies and generation of collective value.