What advantage does Incremental Development offer over traditional methods?

Incremental Development provides the significant advantage of early customer feedback and value delivery. This development approach breaks the software into smaller pieces or increments, allowing teams to implement functional components in stages. Customers can see and interact with parts of the software throughout the development process rather than having to wait until the entire system is complete. This continuous feedback loop enables developers to understand user needs better, make adjustments based on real-world usage, and ensure that the final product aligns closely with customer expectations.

Delivering value early helps build trust with stakeholders and leads to a more aligned outcome, as adjustments can be made based on user feedback rather than assumptions. This contrasts with traditional methods, where the final product may not be delivered until the end of the development cycle, potentially leading to misalignments with user requirements and expectations.