Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

I've often found that the voyage through Agile can be quite Sisyphean for many organisations. Through the lens of my own experiences, I’ve observed that genuine Agile transformation is seldom a linear progression. Rather, it is a complex, iterative journey that requires an unwavering commitment to the core principles of Agile.

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Leading Answers

JUNE 9, 2017

April’s theme at ProjectManagement.com where I write a monthly column was “Consulting,” and in this article, I examine the world of Agile Consulting and coaching. Getting Started Personally, I was hesitant to get into agile consulting and coaching. Limiting WIP. Visualizing the work. Minimizing waste.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 19, 2023

Educate management on the complexity of product development Managers outside of the Agile world may need help understanding the complexity of product development. It is essential to educate them on the Agile approach and explain how estimates are based on data from previous sprints and the team’s collective experience.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 22, 2021

The role of Agile Coach is growing in prominence in many organisations. From software development through to marketing and HR, whole organisations are now seeing benefits from agile adaptive approach to work, and are building internal positions for new Agile Coach roles. . The Scrum Master and Agile Coaching.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Agile release planning, also known as scrum release planning, is an alternative to the traditional waterfall approach. Instead of planning everything at once, teams can instead break down their process into staged product releases, hence the name. How does that fit into an agile project? What Is an Agile Release Plan?

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 13, 2023

When we talk about agile teams, we often imagine streamlined processes and efficient workflows. We can guide you or help you find a consultant, coach, or trainer who can. You can request a free consultation with my team or sign up for one of our upcoming professional Scrum classes.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 18, 2020

Based on my experience working in agile environments since 2010, I did some research and had general observations on the topic. Regardless of the business domains or product area, there are some common rules that may devastate your efforts toward agility. . First of all, we need to underline that the Agile Transformation never ends.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 27, 2023

It's intriguing how many organisations today are discussing agile transformation, digital transformation, and various other forms of transformation. Yet, it's only now that a plethora of companies are waking up to this reality, questioning why their age-old processes and systems are faltering. This realisation, however, isn't newfound.

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International Institute for Learning

MAY 10, 2024

Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Agile Project Management By Dr. Leon Herszon, Ph.D. Abstract This White Paper provides an overview into how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping agile project management. a results-oriented and client-focused consulting firm. a results-oriented and client-focused consulting firm.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Ah, the age-old conundrum: why do so many agile transformations fail? It's not just a question of the past; it's as relevant today as it was in the early days of agile. The very individuals tasked with the implementation are often sidelined during the decision-making process. The root of the issue? Enjoy this video?

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Agilemania

JULY 20, 2022

It’s no secret that SAFe® is the talk of the Agile town these days and there is a huge demand for SAFe® Program Consultants (SPCs) to be catalysts of SAFe® implementation. There are around 18,193 people who have received SAFe® Program Consultant (SPC) credentials since certification began in 2016. Enhancing your skills.

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Velociteach

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

An agile backlash is underway. Some organizations have declared victory, fired their agile staff, and moved on. Others are agile in name only or are “doing” agile but have not fundamentally changed the way they work. We should not blame Agile for bad Agile. Agile teams are empowered and collaborative.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 23, 2022

As we do this work, it often gets us wondering do we know what it means to be a professional in the Agile industry? Does it mean someone that truly upholds the Agile values and principles? Recently, we’ve extended our curiosity to the topic of agile coaching. What does it mean to be professional when coaching agile teams?

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In my professional journey, I've often been asked: Why does Agile focus so much on values and principles rather than providing a clear-cut, step-by-step guide? While it's essential to have processes, enshrining them can make us less nimble, less adaptable. Because you don't just need agility, you need Naked Agility.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

My journey through consulting and coaching has illuminated a pervasive issue in many organizations: a deep-seated fear of addressing systemic problems. This fear, I've observed, leads to a superficial application of agile principles, focusing on ceremonies and metrics that, while important, miss the essence of what it means to be truly agile.

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LiquidPlanner

JANUARY 18, 2023

Sometimes a team is new to agile and just wants to know if they are on the right track. In some cases a consultant, coach, or colleague may be saying, “you’re doing it wrong.” A blog article describing “fake Agile” may be resonating a bit too much for comfort. It turns out that “agile” isn’t really a process.

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Henny Portman

AUGUST 17, 2023

In Beyond agile auditing – Three Core Components to Revolutionize Your Internal Audit Practices , Clarissa Lucas explains what it means to audit with agility. Internal auditing, according to the IIA, is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization’s operations.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Sloth in Agile isn't just about laziness; it's about not taking the necessary actions or making the essential changes even when we claim to be following Agile principles. For instance, we might claim to be "doing Agile", yet fail to deliver a working product at the end of a Sprint. Enjoy this video? NKDAgility can help!

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Navigating the complex landscape of Agile project management requires more than just a map and a compass; it demands a guide who is both knowledgeable and adaptable. The role is often misunderstood, pigeonholed as a mere facilitator or an Agile aficionado. Don't let these challenges hinder your team's progress or the delivery of value.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The agile landscape is ever-evolving, with the focus sharply on enhancing value delivery and fostering responsive teams. I've noticed that many teams are grappling with these objectives not because they lack skill, but often due to a misalignment in understanding and executing agile principles effectively. Enjoy this video?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 19, 2023

Agile organizational characteristics are crucial, but they alone won’t determine all of your design decisions. Which processes are necessary within each unit, and how should you coordinate between them? Agility lies in discovering and addressing changing customer needs faster and more effectively than competitors can.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 20, 2023

TL; DR: Employing Agile Coaches next to Scrum Masters? Often, when organizations employ agile coaches and Scrum Masters, we can observe that agile coaches work at an organizational level. You can sign up here for the ‘Food for Agile Thought’ newsletter and join 47,000-plus subscribers. ? ??

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2023

It’s a lot to read, so here are some spoilers drawn from common themes I heard time and time again in the interviews: Agile : if you don’t know enough about it, you need to start learning. Mark Phillips runs a consultancy focused on high performing projects. Find her on Twitter.

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Scrum.org

JULY 15, 2021

TL; DR: Sustainable Agility at the Enterprise Level w/ Jorgen Hesselberg — ACB21. Do we dare to say: Sometimes, agility is a solution looking for a problem? ?? You can sign up here for the ‘Food for Agile Thought’ newsletter and join 32,000-plus other subscribers. ?? Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

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Leading Agile

JULY 3, 2023

Today, Agilists must have a plan for incorporating DevOps practices into the early stages of Agile Transformation. But what if we told you there’s a whole class of DevOps considerations that no one is talking about that’s secretly killing your ability to unleash the potential of Agile? How many of you here are consultants?

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Scrum.org

APRIL 7, 2022

When I coach, consult and teach classes, I often get questions about creating an agile maturity tool or defining agile maturity metrics. I also noticed that the purpose and value of agile maturity metrics are misunderstood. Agile comes at a price. Going agile costs money. Two Main Agile Metrics.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 30, 2021

In this highly engaging speaker session from the Agile Camp Berlin 2021, Dave West talks about why orienting to value rather than work is a crucial requirement for building an agile capability: Velocity of Value. ?? You can sign up here for the ‘Food for Agile Thought’ newsletter and join 31,000-plus other subscribers. ??

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 24, 2020

And why focus on improving agile retrospectives? Jordan, what’s happening with the Agile world at the moment? The agile market is growing in size and diversity for a number of reasons, and principle among them is the rise in popularity of the agile way of working itself. This growth has seen a huge rise in agile tools.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

One approach that has gained significant attention is operational excellence consulting. By partnering with experienced consultants, businesses can drive success by optimizing their processes, increasing efficiency, and achieving sustainable growth. What Consultants Do?

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Scrum.org

JULY 17, 2023

Agile has become more than just a buzzword in our complex world. Agility is a mindset, a skillset, a culture, and a driving force behind successful, flexible, and responsive organisations. The Agile Leader's commitment goes beyond mere lip service to the Agile Manifesto. In the Agile world, this couldn't be truer.

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Scrum.org

MAY 14, 2020

Tools fail, processes stop, things go wrong. . Agile has been around for a while now, but many firms still see agility as a software development solution. It’s no secret that agile software teams see all sorts of performance gains. . Agile frameworks help us do that. Agile frameworks don’t fix your problems.

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Scrum.org

JULY 8, 2021

TL; DR: How to Win with Agile Resistant Teams w/ Scott Weiner — ACB21. In this highly engaging speaker session from the Agile Camp Berlin 2021, Scott Weiner shares a case study on how to master an agile transition by creating agile resistant teams based on common sense, team autonomy, and the psychology of metrics. ??

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Leading Agile

JULY 11, 2018

As a consultant, I get to see a lot of different organizations and work with a variety of teams. By now, virtually everyone has at least heard of agile and read the manifesto. Agile has finally been vetted by the early adopters and is now becoming mainstream. Agile Checklists Miss the Point of the Manifesto.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 17, 2022

First, in a blog series about the upcoming book: Creating Agile Organizations - A Systemic Approach by Cesario Ramos & Ilia Pavlichenko. ?. According to Craig Larman, a renowned consultant, reducing switching costs by learning is resisted most by any organization. Such a product group has the conditions to be maximum Agile.

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WorkOtter

JUNE 13, 2023

However, something that you should consider is using agile PMO. What is an agile PMO? What does an agile PMO organizational structure look like? This is your guide to PMO agile methodology. What Is an Agile PMO? That tends to be one of the biggest benefits when discussing PMO agile methodology.

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Agilemania

AUGUST 1, 2022

“What will be the cost of SAFe® Program Consultant (SPC) certification ?”. The reason people ask for SAFe® Program Consultant (SPC) Course Cost is because they want to know how much the course costs and they want to know if they can afford it. SAFe® Program Consultant (SPC) Course Cost.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 29, 2022

The best Scrum teams that I have worked with were supported by management leaders focused on removing impediments, providing resources, and promoting an agile mindset and culture that supports the Scrum values. Making it more challenging are the agile leadership myths out there that can get in the way of being effective.

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