We talk about the importance of continuous integration as a practice for teams.  Continuous integration is a tool and it is a way of doing things within a team.  It is the lever to shoehorn many other practices into a team. 

-bob

This is a must attend event for folks using or contemplating using Agile Methods. The conference will be in beautiful Chicago August 24-28. If you have not yet signed up there is still time. Visit the site for more information. http://www.agile2009.org/ Remember to join me in the LiveAid stage this year. -bob payne