Scrum.org

JULY 5, 2022

During the first year of the pandemic, Scrum adoption more than doubled for software development teams. According to the 15th Annual State of Agile Report, the use of agile approaches for software development grew from 37% in 2020 to 86% in 2021. It is, in essence, the plan for what the Scrum Team will do next.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

TL; DR: Scrum Master Interview Questions on Scrum Anti-Patterns. Scrum has proven time and again to be the most popular framework for software development. Given that software is eating the world , a seasoned Scrum Master is nowadays in high demand. Question 45: Scrum Master Anti-Patterns.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 10, 2022

TL; DR: Scrum Master Interview Questions on How to Make Your Scrum Master Fail. Scrum has proven time and again to be the most popular framework for software development. Given that software is eating the world , a seasoned Scrum Master is nowadays in high demand.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 25, 2022

Frustrated developers started to introduce new methods, such as Scrum, rapid application development, extreme programming, DSMD, features-driven development and pragmatic programming. The Manifesto for Agile Software Development or just the Agile Manifesto laid out four key values and from there 12 agile principles.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

When I work with customers, the ones who have the biggest troubles are the ones who are obsessed with ”doing scrum right”. Scrum is not the point. If I’m working with a company on their agile transformation or their implementation of Scrum or doing a Scrum training for their team, they’re not wrong in thinking that Scrum is important.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 15, 2020

We all know that Scrum is a framework, but for instance, imagine Scrum to be a gauntlet that holds all the six infinity gems. If so -what could be its infinity stones that could fit the scrum gauntlet which makes scrum so powerful and inevitable? Let’s explore together powers of the Scrum Infinity Stones!

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

They are derived from my fourteen years of practical experience with XP and Scrum, serving both as Product Owner and Scrum Master and interviewing dozens of Product Owner candidates on behalf of my clients. Scrum is not a methodology but a framework. Finding this answer is a process and not a destination.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 28, 2021

In the 1990’s, Scrum was one of a number of light methodologies that informed the creation of the manifesto for agile software development. Scrum however, has been updated many times. Is the connection between the agile manifesto and scrum still there? Individuals and interactions over processes and tools.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 15, 2023

Scrum is an Agile framework that has revolutionised how software development teams work. However, even with the best intentions, Scrum can be challenging to master. In this blog, we’ll explore mindful Scrum mastery and how it can help you improve your Agile practice. What is Mindful Scrum Mastery?

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 15, 2025

In the 2020 version of the Scrum Guide a new thinking model was added to the principles on which Scrum is founded - Lean Thinking. However, not enough justice is done in explaining WHY Lean Thinking was introduced or added to Scrum guide. And this stands true for the other accountabilities on the Scrum Team as well.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 25, 2021

We started the Scrum Guide for Leaders series with a discussion of what Scrum means for you as a Leader. Next, we discussed the conditions where Scrum's Empiricism, Self-Management, and Continuous Improvement can thrive. Next, We are turning to the Scrum accountabilities/roles. Scrum Team. Product Owner.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 16, 2022

In this blog post, we focus on one specific topic that emerged: “Can Scrum teams use Scrum and Kanban, simultaneously?”. My hunch is that most of our readers are familiar with the basics of the Scrum framework. But this is obviously an assumption, so to prevent any misunderstandings, here’s how we describe Scrum in a nutshell.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 9, 2024

Fortunately, Scrum offers a structured framework that can guide you through. Here's how Scrum addresses ten common challenges that managers face, providing clear solutions through its empirical approach. The clear definition of Scrum accountabilities enhances team focus and sets clear expectations for each member's contribution.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 25, 2021

TL; DR: Scrum Master Job — 4 Steps to Identify Suitable Employers or Clients. Are you considering a new Scrum Master job? Don’t worry; there are four steps of proactive research to identify suitable employers or clients for Scrum Masters and avoid disappointment later. The Scrum Master Job Market Is Promising.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 28, 2021

There are plenty of failure possibilities with Scrum. Given that Scrum is a framework with a reasonable yet short “manual,” this effect should not surprise anyone. Join Stefan in one of his upcoming Professional Scrum training classes ! Agile Leadership According to the Scrum Guide. Source : Scrum Guide 2020.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 20, 2022

TL; DR: Scrum Master Interview Questions on the Sprint Review. Scrum has repeatedly proven to be the most popular framework for software development. Given that software is eating the world , a seasoned Scrum Master is nowadays in high demand. Which makes any Scrum Master interview a challenging task.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 4, 2021

They are derived from my fourteen years of practical experience with XP and Scrum, serving both as Product Owner and Scrum Master and interviewing dozens of Product Owner candidates on behalf of my clients. Join us on February 3, 2021: Hands-on Agile #29: Scrum Guide 2020 — Reloaded. A range of appropriate answers.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 20, 2020

This project management conference covers topics such as the project management framework and its terminology, process groups and the nine knowledge areas of the PMBOK. A software development conference with workshops on the theme of Our Digital Tomorrow. Global Scrum Gathering. GOTO Chicago. April 27-29, Chicago, IL.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 7, 2021

There are plenty of failure possibilities with Scrum. Given that Scrum is a framework with a reasonable yet short “manual,” this effect should not surprise anyone. Join Stefan in one of his upcoming Professional Scrum training classes ! Concerning the Manifesto of Agile Software Development, we are back to square one.)

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Scrum.org

JULY 25, 2023

As Scrum.org trainers, we often come across common misconceptions from course attendees about Agile and Scrum. We tend to hear red flags of misalignment when we explore folk's current definitions and understanding of Agile and Scrum at the start of our courses. Resistance to change and sticking to traditional processes.

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Scrum.org

JULY 14, 2021

This post is a non-technical version of an academic paper about Scrum teams that I wrote with Daniel Russo. Daniel is a Professor at the University of Aalborg and is specialized in empirical software engineering. I am an organizational psychologist and Scrum practitioner with a love for survey development and statistics.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Contracting for Agile software development projects continues to be a major organizational impediment. Change Management is mostly covered in Agile with ordered product backlogs along with the inspect and adapt nature of the Scrum Events. Please do avoid creating change request processes or Change Management boards.

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Scrum.org

MAY 30, 2023

A central feature of the Scrum framework is the concept of a cross-functional team. Let's explore this topic in an agile software development context. You have developers who write code, testers who ensure quality, designers who create user interfaces, etc. In Scrum, the emphasis is on collaboration and flexibility.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 10, 2020

This post is an excerpt from the book that we’re writing, the ‘ Zombie Scrum Survival Guide ’. The Scrum Framework was developed by Ken Schwaber and Jeff Sutherland in the 1990s and first formalized in 1995 to address the inherent complexity of product and software development.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

While everyone will appreciate the effort, participating in a 2-day workshop does not mean that they mastered navigating the waters of dual-track Scrum, for example. Hence, the actual process will have to change over time. Scrum Master, you will need to intervene in this case. Management Anti-Patterns Regarding Scrum.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 3, 2024

From the Scrum Guide: “ We use the word “developers” in Scrum not to exclude, but to simplify. Maybe because we have another initiative called learnhow.simplification.works… Has the introduction of the Scrum framework simplified things for your team? How about tools and processes? Scrum on! I love this one!

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

TL; DR: Getting Hired as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach Are you considering a new Scrum Master or Agile Coach job? Don’t worry; there are four steps of proactive research to identify suitable employers or clients for getting hired as a Scrum Master and avoid disappointment later. I just received my author copies ! ?

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Scrum includes three accountabilities, three artifacts, and five events that help guide how individuals work together within the organization. The framework’s regular feedback loops allow the Scrum Team to regularly inspect what they’re doing and improve how they work together. Continuous improvement is a Scrum cornerstone.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Scrum has been around for a while, they say. The Scrum Guide holds the definition of Scrum, they say. The first, official version of the Scrum Guide was released in February 2010. So, how was Scrum defined before 2010 then? What else happened along the road to the way that Scrum is defined and represented?

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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 Developers own how to deliver their work. And the Scrum Master helps to maintain the balance between them. of the accountabilities in Scrum gets a bit — um — power hungry? The Scrum Master. The Product Owner.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Their paper provides useful insights into why the Scrum Framework might be so effective when it comes to managing complex work. Their article inspired me to apply the same insights to Scrum and to extend it with my own. Software development is (generally speaking) very complex. waterfalls) are very likely to fail.

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Scrum.org

JULY 21, 2020

What has always struck me in this discussion is the fact that Scrum is a tool useful to accomplish one primary task: delivering value to customers of emergent products in complex environments while mitigating an organization’s exposure to risk at the same time. Seriously, how hard can Scrum be if the manual comprises of 18 pages, right?).

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Scrum.org

MAY 22, 2023

In the fast-paced world of software development, agile methodologies have revolutionized the way teams work. Among the various frameworks, Scrum has emerged as a popular choice for its focus on flexibility and iterative, incremental development. In Scrum, teams are empowered to make decisions and organize their work.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 14, 2023

There are no impulsive or unpredictable events happening. Frameworks such as Scrum are meant to support agility. Sprints are short planning horizons and the artefacts and events in Scrum are there to provide greater transparency and opportunities to inspect and adapt based on early feedback, changes in conditions and new information.

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Inloox

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

The SAFe method is based on the Lean philosophy and offers a fixed framework in which Scrum and other agile management methods can be scaled to the entire company. The basic concept SAFe divides enterprise agility into three level of abstractions: Team level (Scrum teams). Development Value Streams (DVS). Agile Teams.

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Scrum.org

MAY 12, 2019

Can I discuss with you about running UX process in Scrum? So UX activities can run in one Sprint together with development activities. It makes the engineers own the whole process and product if you involve them with UX process too. Since you are the Scrum Master, tell us the best way to do this.

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Scrum.org

JULY 30, 2024

To become a great Product Owner, I believe the PO should have following characteristics: Respected Vision Achiever Entrepreneurship Negotiation Empowered Collaborative Inspiring Proficient Available Respected: Scrum guide says, " for the Product Owner to succeed, the entire organization must respect his or her decisions. "

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