Scrum.org

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Our Immersion Training is more than just a course; it's a journey of discovery, application, and growth. Our approach is designed for a deeper, more interactive learning experience that goes beyond traditional methods: Incremental Classroom Learning: We offer short, engaging live sessions spread across several weeks.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 20, 2023

to discuss the state of learning and how immersive learning is the future of training. What is Traditional Training? This typically takes the form of 2 full days of training for your PSM/CSM or other agile class. There needs to be more than training to enable organisations to get the perceived value for most people.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 16, 2024

Understanding these barriers is crucial for any VP of Delivery aiming to lead an agile transformation successfully. This scepticism may develop if there's a history of unfulfilled promises or failed initiatives, leading team members to doubt the sincerity or capability of leaders to effectively implement Agile.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The main modules are: Hyper-agile software delivery lifecycle: Understanding SDLC methods and then how they are adapted to deliver projects at ‘hyper agile ’ pace (is that even a thing? It’s best for people who have some project experience, although it doesn’t have to be in an agile environment – or even in IT.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 19, 2023

Agile methods need Agile teams — teams that think differently and work in ways that support responsive delivery. An agile mindset, and a set of shared values, principles, and often Agile tools, help Agile teams succeed. So why are agile teams different to other types of ‘classic’ project team?

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

A very interesting (and sad) piece of news made headlines in Spain recently that provides some lessons about agile product development and incremental delivery. Through its national rail line Renfe, Spain paid €258 million to design 31 trains. In 2020, train manufacturer CAF secured the contract to build the stock.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the fast-evolving landscape of workforce development, the emergence of immersive learning has marked a significant shift from conventional training paradigms. Outcome-Based Assignments : We emphasize the real-world application of skills through assignments that are closely linked to each training session.

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The Strategic Project Manager

APRIL 26, 2023

This post examines the overall responsibilities of the Release Training Engineer (RTE) within the SAFe methodology. Release Train Engineer Responsibilities Before diving deeper into reporting responsibilities and challenges for the RTE, let’s put it all into perspective by looking at the whole range of responsibilities of the RTE.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 11, 2024

Is Dogmatism Ruining Your Agile Team's Potential? One of the ghosts of Agile past is dogmatism. In my journey with teams, I strive to be pragmatic, adapting to the unique circumstances of each team, yet maintaining a certain pedantry in training situations. Our Immersion Training is designed to bridge this gap.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 29, 2024

In this episode, Mike, Jeff and Pat predict 2024 trends in the Agile world. Gain valuable insights into the shift towards skills-based training and the role it plays in business success in today's fast-paced and ever-changing landscape. Hear why achieving business outcomes takes priority over following any specific Agile framework.

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Leading Agile

APRIL 17, 2024

They’ll point to the number of people who have undergone training or team morale as indicators that the transformation yields the desired outcomes. But agile transformation isn’t a black art. Often, Agilists rely too heavily on things that don’t demonstrate real business value. It can be planned, tracked, and measured.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 15, 2021

To be honest, I didn’t think about buying any other books at the time, as those were enough alongside the course material from my training provider. If your training provider does not provide it, it is worth investing in. If you have good course material from your training provider, you wouldn’t need this. PRINCE2 Agile.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 8, 2020

‘So’ – I asked, ‘How was the training course?’. Amazing’, said the newly minted ‘Super Agile Scrums Mechanical Engineer’. I learned about all this amazing agile scrum stuff!’ You learned all this cool super-agile-scrum stuff’ – I said encouragingly. Fear not, you can still go on your agile training and learn loads.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 21, 2023

My transition to Agile and DevOps wasn't immediate. Key Topics: Traditional vs Agile Approaches The Human Element in DevOps Discovering the Power of Scrum Organizational Transformation through Agile The Liberating Nature of Agile Practices Agile and DevOps presented a way to not just work differently but to think differently.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 3, 2024

What are your thoughts on the role of certifications in Agile? The agile landscape is replete with various certifications, each promising a certain level of proficiency and skill. In the agile community, a growing sentiment suggests that the focus on certifications might be misplaced.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Alexandros Giannakakis - Unsplash When it comes to education and training, the conventional approach often centers on theoretical knowledge and understanding. This chasm between theoretical understanding and practical application has become a common obstacle in modern training landscapes.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 4, 2024

Agile frameworks are frequently misunderstood, and one area that exemplifies this is the use of story points. My experience with numerous Agile teams has shown me that the reliance on story points often leads to a misalignment of goals and priorities.

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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 19, 2024

Unveiling the Agile Burndown Trap: A Fresh Perspective on Sprint Planning Agile teams often rely on burndown charts to monitor progress throughout a sprint. In essence, it forces teams into a rigid, plan-driven approach, which is paradoxical to the Agile principles of flexibility and adaptation to change. Enjoy this video?

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 5, 2024

Are Burndown Charts Really Effective in Agile Environments? Agile project management, particularly in the context of software development, has long been seen as a dynamic, flexible approach to handling the complexities and uncertainties of modern projects. Agile projects, by their nature, are adaptive and responsive.

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Scrum.org

JULY 21, 2021

Today, Scrum.org launches the new Professional Agile Leadership - Evidence Based Management ™ (EBM) training course. Ken wondered, ‘what would the measures be for agile product development?’. And now Scrum.org has released a one-day training course that supports this growing body of knowledge. .

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Learning to successfully manage agile projects requires you to first familiarize yourself with the concept of Agile. What is the agile methodology? The agile movement first began in the 1970s when it was introduced by a doctor named Winston Royce. Read next: 5 Agile team structures that work. #2: 3: Feedback.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Agile, at its heart, is not merely a collection of rituals and processes we blindly follow. In my journey with Agile, I've observed a common misconception that adopting Agile practices is an end goal. However, this perspective misses the transformative power of Agile. Implementing Agile is akin to adopting a new language.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 8, 2024

Many teams are trapped in the ghosts of Agile past, adhering rigidly to the three fundamental questions of the daily scrum: What did I do yesterday? This habitual approach leads to a stagnation in creativity and productivity, undermining the very essence of Agile. Your path to transforming your Agile practices begins here.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 22, 2024

Navigating Agile Leadership: The Perils of Rigid Product Ownership From my experience, I've seen that the crux of Agile success lies not in rigid adherence to plans but in a more fluid, vision-driven approach. A product owner in an Agile environment should be the visionary, not the taskmaster. Agile leadership is an art.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 17, 2024

The Misstep of Focusing on Story Points and Velocity in Agile Teams As someone working in the realm of Agile, I've observed a common yet troubling trend among many teams: an overemphasis on story points and velocity. This practice not only undermines the essence of Agile but also hampers transparency and honesty within teams.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 13, 2024

Are Special Sprints in Agile Truly Beneficial? In my journey with Agile, I've often encountered teams embroiled in what I term 'special sprints' – Sprint zeros, refactoring sprints, and bugfix sprints. At first glance, these sprints appear as a savvy adaptation of Agile. The result?

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Scrum.org

JULY 23, 2021

How do you manage the ROI of your Agile Training? White Paper: Designing Agile Training & Coaching for Maximum Impact & Results. White Paper: Designing Agile Training & Coaching for Maximum Impact & Results. Case Study: WWT Apprentices get 828% ROI From SmoothApps Agile Training.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 15, 2024

The Illusion of Precision: Debunking Agile Banditry in Say-Do Metrics Starting from the basics, let's understand what say-do metrics really entail. This practice of creating 'vanity metrics' was not just a betrayal of agile principles but also a glaring red flag for decision-making based on inaccurate data. Enjoy this video?

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

TL; DR: Resistance to Agile Transformations Stakeholders often revert to resistance to agile transformations due to fears about job security, perceived loss of control, comfort with established practices, and misconceptions about Agile. For them, embracing Agile might feel like admitting those sacrifices were in vain.

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Agilemania

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Although the year was full of surprises, the Agile adoption rate increased from 37% in 2020 to 86% in 2021. With the pandemic looming large, here are a few interesting statistics on Agile Adoption challenges-. Source: 15th State of Agile Report. What is Agile (how it works, and why it’s awesome)? Talk about growth!

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 29, 2024

That is what agility is truly about. Even if what we need to do is not in our job description, and we haven’t been formally trained. I recently came across a definition of resilience that moved me. The ability to transform hardship to experience. We learn from our failures. We pick ourselves up, and try again with new information.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 27, 2023

This journey, although challenging, is immensely rewarding, as it opens up new avenues for innovation and value creation in the agile world. Innovative Immersion Training at NKDAgility At NKDAgility, we understand the complexities of mastering frameworks like Scrum. Our Immersion Training is specifically designed to ease this process.

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Growing Agile

JUNE 23, 2021

Recently we’ve been training quite a few teams that do not have any link at all to software development. I thought I’d share a little about what we’ve changed in our training to adapt to a new context. ’ Why is an organisation like this wanting to be more agile?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 6, 2024

In Kürze: Die Agile Jobkrise – Wie Sie eine herausfordernde Situation meistern Während die derzeitige Agile Jobkrise offensichtlich ist, gibt es auch Hoffnung für Praktiker, die bereit sind, ihre Fähigkeiten zu verfeinern, Wissen zu teilen und sich mit Gleichgesinnten zu vernetzen. meine LinkedIn-Gruppe an, die Agile Clinic.)

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Recently, I found myself drawing parallels between one of my favourite autumnal activities, mushroom foraging, and the principles of agility. Similarly, in our agile journey, it's not always about immediate results but about continuous learning and growth. It might sound a tad unconventional, but bear with me.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 8, 2022

TL; DR: Agile Micromanagement. Nevertheless, the prevailing cause of many messed-up attempts to use Scrum result from what I call agile micromanagement, a pseudo-commitment to agile principles only to be overridden whenever it seems beneficial from a stakeholder’s or manager’s perspective. Reasons for Agile Micromanagement .

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