I don't see a problem to answer, In a proply governed agile delivery stakeholders are invited to sprint review every sprint to see the progress followed by a demo, Once there are delays, every one in the project is aware and then sprint planning starts selecting from the backlog the most important stories to go into development of next sprint, this decision should include the business or stackholders, And the process is repeated until we have a release with MVP that everyone agreed on. So if agile practice is efficient and in place, relationship with stakeholders should be good.

When facing delays in Agile, I recall a project where a sprint derailed due to unexpected scope changes. The key to maintaining trust was transparent, early communication. I reached out to stakeholders immediately, explaining the situation and offering a revised timeline. Then, we held a collaborative session, inviting their input on reprioritizing tasks to meet their most pressing needs. This active involvement reassured them that, despite the delay, their objectives remained our top priority. By focusing on delivering value-driven work, we reinforced trust and turned a potential setback into a stronger partnership.

It's important to maintain transparency with the stakeholders which comes with proper and timely communications. Most importantly we should keep the stakeholders abreast of why are things getting delayed. Is the delay due to: 1. Internal issues like absence, no solution yet or unclear requirements or incorrect implementations. 2. External issues like support from vendors or third parties or any other things which are not in control of your team.

In Agile environments, project delays are inevitable. To maintain stakeholder relationships effectively, prioritize open and transparent communication. Visualize project progress using tools like Kanban boards and burndown charts. Foster a culture of trust and empathy by actively listening to stakeholders' concerns. Involve them in decision-making processes and consider alternative delivery approaches like phased delivery or MVPs. Proactively manage expectations by setting realistic timelines and offering alternative solutions. By implementing these strategies, you can mitigate the impact of delays and strengthen stakeholder relationships.

On thing I have found helpful is honest communication, being upfront about delays and their reason - just avoiding sugar coating situations.Even if it a bad, it must be communicated without fail. Being proactive by identifying problems root causes, develop mitigation strategies and in these processes involve the stakeholders in it all. Also be able to manage the expectations by setting out realistic timelines and bing able to communicate changes to the expectations and the reasons of it.

Transparent Communication:Keep stakeholders informed about the project's status, including reasons for delays and potential solutions Regular Updates:Provide regular updates on progress, challenges, and next steps. Active Listening: Listen attentively to stakeholders concerns and feedback Empathy and Understanding: Show empathy for stakeholders' frustrations and concerns. Proactive Problem-Solving: Take proactive steps to address issues and minimize delays. Alternative Solutions: Explore alternative solutions or approaches to meet project goals. Regular Check-Ins: Schedule regular check-ins with stakeholders to discuss progress and address concerns Celebrate Milestones:Acknowledge and celebrate small wins to maintain morale and motivation.

Communicate early that there are delays but focus more on solutions and mitigations. Always keep in mind the three levers of project management: scope, resource and quality. There are always options: reduce or defer some of the scope, increase the resourcing or compromise on the quality to deliver something first and improve in the next iteration.