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

JANUARY 15, 2024

TL; DR: Sunsetting Scrum Masters In this article, I uncover indicators that a Scrum Master’s or Agile Coach’s journey is coming to a close; they are sunsetting Scrum Masters. Preorder the Scrum Anti-Patterns Guide book now for delivery in January 2024! ? Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 31, 2023

Sitting at lunch during Agile 2023, I felt deja vu. I have attended many Agile conferences. I have witnessed the growth of Scrum, the rise of DevOps, the impact of XP, the expansion of SAFe, and the growing connection to professional coaching. At Agile 2023, I did not feel that. My first was in Chicago in 2009.

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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. However, if you take Scrum seriously, this approach has no upside.

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Scrum.org

MAY 8, 2023

TL; DR: Life Is a Negotiation; Why Would Scrum Be Different? Life is a negotiation; why would Scrum be different, particularly given its egalitarian nature? As you may recall, no one on a Scrum team can tell anyone else what to do, how to do it, or when to do it. Rant: Scrum Masters are no Project Managers ! ? ? ??

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Scrum.org

APRIL 16, 2024

When a team moves away from Scrum, the Scrum Master role often evolves. The evolution of a Scrum Master's role when a team moves away from Scrum is a transformation. It allows for broader organisational influence, fostering agile principles across different organisational layers and business units.

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LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Whether you’re making the move to Agile project management in your development group or creating an Agile process for your in-house project management methodology, chances are you’re going to have to sell this change to executives in your organization. Align Agile project management with your organization’s strategy.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In this article, we will dispel 3 Scrum myths. Now, I’m not saying the Loch Ness Monster is real… but I am saying that Scrum is not dead. Myth 1: Scrum Is 'Dead' The reality: Scrum, the most popular Agile framework, has seen significant growth in adoption over the past few years. for more on this topic.)

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 11, 2022

This is a guest contribution from Monica Georgieff, Agile Coach and Trainer at AgileSherpas. Brought on by the struggle to respond and adapt to these times of VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity), marketers have increasingly begun to embrace an Agile approach to their project management. Monica Georgieff.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 10, 2023

TL; DR: How To Spot Successful Scrum Masters In this article, I unravel the secrets of what makes a Scrum Master not just good but amazingly outstanding. From regularly achieving Sprint Goals, delivering value to customers, and building stakeholder rapport easily, discover the traits that set apart successful Scrum Masters.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Traditional transformation strategies often hinge on assertiveness and top-down directives. Shifting from a stance of assertive imposition to one of continuous learning is a transformative strategy in itself. What Is Transformation Strategy? But what if there's a more dynamic, resilient way?

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 30, 2024

In times of organizational challenges, the temptation to cut costs often leads some to view Agile frameworks as a luxury rather than a necessity. However, dismissing Agile as a luxury is a mistake that comes from underestimating the transformative power of Agile frameworks for solving complex problems.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 4, 2023

When it comes to Scrum Sprint reviews, one fundamental question often emerges: What do my stakeholders care about? In my journey with Scrum, I've found that the success of a Sprint review often depends on the level of stakeholder engagement. Remember, you need more than just agility; you need Naked Agility.

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The IIL Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

By Alan Zucker Agile is a mindset described by a set of values and principles. Lean is industry-agnostic and offers insight into agility. They define the culture, vision, and strategies. A primary leadership role in establishing the organization’s vision and strategy. Toyota was a Lean pioneer. There is diversity.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 24, 2024

Reflecting on my journey through the realms of agility and organizational dynamics, I've come to realize that agility is often misunderstood. The true essence of agility lies in its ability to transform not just processes but mindsets. One of the primary hurdles is the misconception that agility is the goal itself.

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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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Scrum.org

JULY 22, 2021

TL; DR: Linking Strategy to Everyday Work w/ John Cutler — ACB21. In this highly engaging speaker session from the Agile Camp Berlin 2021, John Cutler delves into the advantages of linking strategy to everyday work: Motivation, inspiration, seeing the big picture despite working on a small iteration. ??

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Many organizations are trying to improve the alignment between strategy and execution with the OKRs framework (Objectives and Key Results). OKR Theater has the potential to become a member of a big family – Scrum Theater, Agile Theater, SAFe Theater, Lean Theater, Six Sigma Theater; you get the picture. OKR Struggles.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The adoption of Scrum, an Agile framework known for its flexibility and adaptability, has extended beyond the realm of software development. Today, Scrum is utilized in various industries, and as a result, leaders from diverse backgrounds are tasked with guiding Scrum teams.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

In the fast-paced world of software development, agility and efficiency are paramount. This is where Scrum, an agile framework, comes into play. Within Scrum teams, the role of a Product Owner is pivotal. In this article, we'll explore these crucial areas for a Scrum Product Owner's success.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 24, 2024

By upholding Scrum and advocating for the team's needs and growth, a successful Scrum Master fosters a healthy and productive team culture, reflected by the team's ability to deliver quality products. Experienced Scrum Masters have a product mindset and are focused on delivering value to the customer.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 26, 2023

The story of Capital One laying off hundreds of people in Agile roles is making the rounds. See the Scrum Guide for Leaders. Remember – Scrum Accountabilities != If/When leaders take these new ways of leading and showing up to heart, it creates healthy and sustainable agility. Probably not.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 16, 2024

These innovative agile practices are a departure from the Taylorist traditions of the defense industry, which is grappling with continuous inflation and delays, impacting national security and human lives. How can Scrum principles be applied in the defense industry? However, not all is lost. Ukrainian drone "Sea Baby".

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

For professional Project Managers transitioning to Scrum Masters, engaging stakeholders effectively is a principle that transcends traditional project management boundaries. The emphasis on proactive stakeholder engagement aligns well with Scrum's focus on delivering value and ensuring customer satisfaction.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 31, 2024

In Kürze: Agile Gesetze & verteilte Teams Bei vielen Gelegenheiten hat die Arbeit mit agilen Teams die bestehenden organisatorischen, technischen und kulturellen Herausforderungen in vielen Organisationen verschärft. Meistern Sie Scrum mit Leichtigkeit ; bestellen Sie jetzt das Scrum Anti-Patterns Guide Buch — es ist ab sofort verfügbar!

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

In Kürze: Scrum Anti-Patterns GPT — Spielzeug oder sinnvoller Helfer? Kann ein benutzerdefinierter Scrum Anti-Patterns GPT Teams auf die Prinzipien von Scrum einstimmen? Meistern Sie Scrum mit Leichtigkeit; bestellen Sie jetzt das Scrum Anti-Patterns Guide Buch — es ist ab sofort verfügbar! ?

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Scrum.org

MAY 31, 2023

How to Problem Solve with a Professional Scrum Master In today's rapidly changing and complex business environment, the need for an evidence-based, flexible strategy is paramount. What Is Scrum? Scrum is a widely-used Agile framework that assists teams in managing and delivering complex projects effectively.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 29, 2024

( Japanese version・日本語版 ) When picturing an effective and truly agile product development team, one often imagines a software development team, pushing some software to production every day, maybe multiple times a day, ala Amazon. Here are two strategies and a handful of tactics to help you achieve that.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 31, 2023

I was an analyst for Forrester research on a panel at the Agile conference in Orlando. The idea is that Agile could be combined with an approach to effectively, incrementally validate and deliver a terrific business. In 2016, Gartner created a diagram that showed how Design Thinking, Lean Startup, and Scrum combined.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Being a Scrum Master is more than framework compliance. Scrum is a lightweight framework that helps teams and organisations to deliver value while managing complexity. A Scrum Master's accountability, therefore, goes well beyond just managing processes. The Scrum Master works with the team to focus on delivering value.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The Customer Representative Stance Being the voice of the customer is essential in Agile. Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identify potential risks and plan strategies to mitigate them effectively. The Influencer Stance Influence shapes product strategy and direction.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 2, 2023

TL; DR: The Minimum Viable Library for Agile Leaders A new edition of the Minimum Viable Library on Agile Leadership is available! Explore a series of carefully curated collections of essential books, newsletters, podcasts, and tools to elevate your agile expertise. Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

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Leading Agile

APRIL 11, 2023

Many people believe that the practices associated with Scrum and SAFe will reveal what’s getting in the way. Agile begins to break down because these impediments are outside the teams’ span of control. Agile begins to break down because these impediments are outside the teams’ span of control. Music Interlude) Hey, everybody.

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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. ? It's a critical inquiry that leads us into the heart of agile thinking. But Scrum doesn't solve these challenges alone.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 14, 2023

As professionals in the fast-paced world of Agile and Scrum, we often find ourselves at a crossroads during Sprint reviews. Evaluating Product Strategy : Assessing the direction and viability of the project. These are the kinds of issues that lean-agile practitioners relish, and others might find challenging.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Um diesem Phänomen entgegenzuwirken, wendet die Polizei in den USA die sogenannte Strategie der Null-Toleranz an. Das Broken-Window-Syndrom gilt auch für Scrum! Beginnen wir mit der ersten: Scrum-Erkrankung 1: Die Entwickler verpflichten sich, das Sprint Backlog zu erledigen Dann wird das Projektmanagement-Dreieck zum Qualitätsgrab.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Embraced across industries, Agile frameworks offer a flexible approach for delivering complex products. At the heart of successful Agile implementation lies a delicate equilibrium between autonomy and guidance - a balance that Agile leaders must master. Strategies for Striking the Balance 1.

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