Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Making decisions in the realm of product development is no small feat. All these factors converge, much like tributaries feeding into a mighty river, guiding the product owner's decision. As a product owner, the weight of these decisions rests on your shoulders. However, it's not just about gathering data.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 31, 2019

Any Product Owner faces challenges in the organization that are not directly related to the content and value of the product. As a Product Owner you definitely feel the pain of the examples above. But the Scrum Master is in a much better position to take ownership of these kind of organizational impediments.

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Project Risk Coach

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In this article, let's uncover the role of risk owners and how to perform risk management in agile projects. What is a Risk Owner? A risk owner is an individual who is responsible for identifying and responding to potential risks that could affect the success of a project. Power up your risk Management course - start today!

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 13, 2021

On today's episode of YOUR DAILY SCRUM: Can one person be both the Scrum Master and Product Owner on a Scrum Team? This question is one that Professional Scrum Trainers Ryan Ripley and Todd Miller are asked in almost every Professional Scrum Master course that they teach. Should you do this?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 17, 2020

TL; DR: Remote Agile, Part 1: Practices & Tools for Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches, and Product Owners. As a Professional Scrum Trainer, I strive to provide training classes without using PowerPoint or digital devices. Of course, there is also its big brother, Jira. All blog posts on Liberating Structures for Scrum.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 10, 2020

A few years ago, I became a Product Owner. In this talk we’ll cover the spectrum of product owners from backlog secretary to Product Owner visionary. I’ll share my experience training Product Owners and what I have learned by actually being one. But not in the traditional ways most do.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

When I started working for White October we followed the conventional “scrum” format, where the team get together, share what’s new, what’s challenging and what’s happening, and everyone gives feedback and makes suggestions to unblock each other. These make the daily scrum fun!

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 29, 2024

As a Scrum Master and Agile Coach, I've often pondered the question: is it my job to motivate the team? The effectiveness of a Scrum team is not just about ticking off tasks and meeting deadlines; it's about the team's connection to the work they do. Accountability is key in this journey. Enjoy this video?

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

It’s used for tracking work in a project schedule or during a sprint in a scrum. Scrum teams working in an agile environment use a burn up chart to help them measure progress. Software development and product development teams use a burn out chart as these fields tend to work in a more iterative, agile fashion.

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PM Basics

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Scrum Master vs. Project Manager vs. Product Owner? However, in real life, project managers lead scrum teams. Scrum Masters do need project management tools and techniques. Who is a Scrum Master? Scrum Master is a specific role prescribed in one framework – Scrum. Is it a Myth?

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 1, 2024

At your next Sprint Retrospective, why not work with your Scrum team to identify a New Year's Resolution? Focus on improving your Scrum game in 2024 with one of these five resolutions to enhance collaboration within your team and deliver value sooner to your customers. 4) Try Scrum. 1) Focus on Incremental Delivery What is it?

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Agilemania

OCTOBER 13, 2021

In this article, I would like to provide a simple guideline to select the right SAFe course for you, if you are willing to take up one. Note : I am not going to provide course details but just an overview of learning objectives and the audience for which that course is directed. Scrum Master. SAFe Scrum Master.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 19, 2023

The Plus membership opens the doors to all of those online courses – there are thousands of courses. What’s included in Coursera Plus It gives you access to 7,000+ courses and specializations (which are a collection of courses that lead to a certificate) with one monthly or annual subscription. Agile methods?

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 10, 2023

A meeting could also be used to build better teamwork, which leads to greater productivity and morale. Some common ones include a progress report, discussing the purpose of the project or generating ideas, talking about issues that have arisen over the course of the project and approving or rejecting ideas. Daily Scrum Meeting.

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Software Review Technical Review SCRUM Risk Management 479

Scrum.org

JANUARY 12, 2024

raised several concerns and demonstrated misconceptions about Scrum. The piece created a false dilemma between "Scrum" and a hypothetical "Flow" process, essentially referring to Kanban. Notably, Scrum.org offers a course called ' Professional Scrum with Kanban ' that trains individuals to integrate both approaches.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 7, 2023

Boost Efficiency with Scrum In today's digital age, enterprises must respond swiftly to market changes to maintain competitiveness. To retain a competitive edge, businesses must consistently deliver high-value products to their customers in the shortest possible lead times. The concept of limiting WIP is not alien to Scrum.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 14, 2024

By integrating Kanban methodologies with product techniques that encourage experimentation, your team can embark on a journey of continuous innovation. As the Professional Scrum with Kanban course teaches, your Scrum team can utilize these practices within the Scrum framework.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 21, 2022

I think of the three accountabilities in the Scrum framework as creating a balance of power. The Product Owner owns the content and ordering of the Product Backlog, which describes what the team will work on. And the Scrum Master helps to maintain the balance between them. The Product Owner.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 1, 2022

As a project manager, I have delivered many complex initiatives, from re-platforming a consumer products website to doubling the size of a line of business. creates a unique product , service or result. . creates a unique product , service or result. . A Product Backlog is different from a project plan in several ways.

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Agilemania

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Scrum Alliance introduced Certified Scrum Developer (CSD) Training course a decade back to strengthen your technical skills in Agile software development. It is not a popular program compare to a Certified Scrum Master and Certified Scrum Product Owner. There are reasons for not gaining popularity.

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nTask

MAY 3, 2019

Likewise, based on IT Project Management Certifications, such as; Agile, Scrum or PMP+ modules, the certified manager can overlook an entire workforce responsible for achieving a milestone. These project managers handle Scrum Masters and Product Owners who, in turn, are tasked to monitor “sprint” marathons within the organization.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

There’s been a slow moving shift in the industry towards eschewing full time traditional Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches in favour of having line managers (Engineering Managers, Delivery Managers, etc) take on the Scrum Master Accountability. In many cases, companies have laid off entire teams of Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The refinement process for those practicing Scrum determines the detail, order and size of the items in the Product Backlog. The purpose is to ensure that we have the highest-ordered Product Backlog items (PBIs) ready to Sprint. During refinement, the team discusses what we will deliver with each Product Backlog item.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Product Owners are accountable to provide stakeholders have a clear understanding of the product's direction. ? Discover how Product Owners can harness this Scrum Artifact to foster a shared vision and facilitate meaningful collaboration. ?

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SCRUM 179

Scrum.org

DECEMBER 12, 2023

On the latest episode of Your Daily Scrum, Todd and Ryan discuss often-underestimated role of dependencies in ordering product backlog items. This revelation serves as a myth-buster, encouraging Scrum practitioners to adopt a more comprehensive approach to backlog management.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 3, 2024

For instance, acquiring a Scrum Master certification is often seen as an end goal, but in reality, it should be the beginning of one's journey in understanding and applying Scrum principles effectively. The best Scrum Masters, in my experience, are not those who merely attend a course and pass an exam.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 11, 2024

It's crucial to understand the specific meanings of terms like Scrum, continuous delivery, or any other aspect of Agile practices, as they have specific implications in our field. A striking example is a Scrum Master I knew who was fired for insisting on standing meetings, despite having a team member in a wheelchair.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 22, 2023

In this video, Martin explores the nuanced role of Scrum in such environments. ? He sheds light on how Scrum can help businesses not only survive but thrive in these challenging conditions. ? Scrum, as a framework, provides a structured yet flexible approach to product development. Enjoy this video?

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 15, 2023

It represents a significant shift from traditional learning paradigms, particularly in fields like project management and Scrum. This method proves especially beneficial in Scrum and Agile environments, where adaptability and practical skills are crucial. You can book these classes individually or as bundled courses.

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SCRUM Agile 2024 Innovation 177

Scrum.org

AUGUST 1, 2023

In assisting several Product Owners in a number of larger organizations, we've noticed a recurring challenge that we've called 'Escaping the Product Owner's Trap'! Many Product Owners find themselves operating more as component owners than embracing the ownership of a Product.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 15, 2023

Adaptation of Kaner’s diamond model of participation (source Carrie Kappel 2019) Techniques and Training for Top Scrum Facilitation Skills Scrum is a framework that thrives on communication and collaboration. Key Scrum Facilitation Techniques What are two good scrum master facilitation practices?

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Agile SCRUM 2019 Leadership 143

Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

There are good and great product owners. If you want your product owner to be more effective, show them this. Living the product owner accountability in a product organisation takes work. Even good product owners sometimes fail by spending too much time on the least impactful or harmful activities.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

It's not just about what you aim to achieve in the coming Sprint, but also how this goal ties into the broader picture – the product vision and the customer's desires. The Product Owner, developers, and even stakeholders play a crucial role in crafting a goal that resonates with everyone's expectations and the market reality.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 22, 2024

TL; DR: The Rise of the Scrum GPT Fewer Jobs for Scrum Masters, and now we see the universal Scrum GPT entering the competition: Will Scrum Masters change from essential practitioners to a niche role? The job market is currently challenging for many agile practitioners, particularly Scrum Masters.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Scrum Team Accountabilities and responsibilities can be confusing, misunderstood, and lack shared understanding between its members and the organization. This is especially true for new Scrum Team members, yet I also have experienced this with teams who have been using Scrum for several years. Step 1 (5 minutes).

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Scrum Teams that understand the “ why” behind the Scrum framework can better increase value delivery to the organization. Internalizing the purpose behind the events, artifacts and accountabilities of Scrum allows the team to get the most benefit from them. We’ve already discussed the purpose behind each of the events in Scrum.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 20, 2023

This week, I participated in a Scrum.org Webinar hosted by Sabrina Love (Scrum.org Product Owner) as well as my colleagues, Joanna Płaskonka, Ph.D. The had their day job, their issues, and the mandatory training course from last week or last month needed to be more interesting. and Alex Ballarin ?? But folks needed more time.

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