Exploring the impact of agile methodologies on event management in Nepal

The primary aim of the study is to examine the adoption of Agile methodologies in the event management industry in Nepal. It specifically evaluates its benefits and the challenges that have been there for adoption. It also explores how Agile frameworks like Scrum, Kanban and Agile practices such as iterative planning, flexibility, and stakeholder collaboration help to address some of the common industry challenges such as resource constraints, logistical complexities, and the changing demands among customers. The study adopted a systematic literature review (SLR) approach to analyse the existing secondary sources on Agile methodologies and their application in event management, with the context being Nepal. Relevant studies were reviewed to synthesise insights on Agile adoption, benefits, and barriers to help answer the research questions. The study has found that Agile methodologies have the potential to improve the adaptability of a project, mitigate risks, improve innovation, and encourage team members to be productive. Its adoption in the event industry in Nepal, however, remains limited because of the hierarchical organisational structures, resistance to change, and lack of awareness. It is highlighted that the firms should be encouraged to adopt them to help them streamline the execution of their events and improve the level of engagement that they have with all the stakeholders. It is recommended that the event management firms in Nepal should gradually integrate Agile principles into their workflows, encourage collaboration across teams, and invest in training programmes to facilitate the adoption of agile methodologies. It is also suggested that firms should leverage digital tools for project management to further improve efficiency and communication among all the stakeholders.