Abstract

This study investigates the perceived benefits and challenges of integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools within Agile frameworks from a managerial perspective. As AI technologies become increasingly embedded in software development, understanding how Agile professionals perceive their adoption is crucial for guiding digital transformation initiatives. Using a quantitative survey-based approach, data were collected from 56 professionals working in Agile environments to examine their familiarity with AI and Agile methodologies, perceived benefits and challenges, and willingness to adopt AI tools. Text-mining techniques were applied to analyze open-ended responses, and statistical methods such as correlation and ANOVA were employed to explore relationships among variables. The results reveal that respondents generally hold a positive attitude toward AI adoption, with a mean willingness score of 3.64 out of 5, emphasizing benefits such as faster development cycles, enhanced efficiency, improved decision-making, and higher product quality. However, several challenges were identified, including ethical concerns, cost implications, and lack of technical expertise. A strong positive correlation was found between familiarity and willingness to adopt (r = 0.61 for Agile familiarity and r = 0.80 for AI familiarity), while role-based analysis showed that Project Managers and Scrum Masters exhibit greater readiness compared to Developers. These findings highlight that successful AI integration depends not only on technological readiness but also on human, ethical, and organizational alignment. The study contributes to the growing discourse on AI-driven Agile management by emphasizing the need for training, ethical governance, and change management strategies to ensure responsible and effective AI adoption.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence Adoption, Agile Frameworks, Digital Transformation, Managerial Perception, Socio-Technical Challenges

How to Cite:

Budiyanto, H. & Angelia, C. R., (2026) “Managerial Perceptions of AI Integration in Agile Frameworks toward Understanding Benefits, Challenges, and Adoption Readiness”, Agile Management 1(2), 122-138. doi: https://doi.org/10.63913/am.v1i2.131