Scrum – Getting the most out of it
Unlock Scrum's full potential — learn how it can transform your project delivery and team dynamics.
Introduction
The most well-known agile approach is Scrum. Scrum has become the most popular development approach within the software development industry and has started recently to be applied in other industries.
Scrum has improved the way many organisations work to deliver value to their business and customers. For something that is relatively simple to understand there is a lot of hype surrounding Scrum. But why?
Video
In this video, Keith Richards, the Founder of agileKRC and Lead Author and Chief Examiner for AgilePM explains that the secret to success with Scrum is to know exactly what it is, when to use it and how.
People looking to understand how Scrum might help their organization, or for experienced Scrum Masters and Product Owners who want to hear some thoughtful points of view about Scrum, this video is for you.
The topics covered in the video include:
- What Scrum is and more importantly what Scrum is not?
- Is Scrum too simplistic or is that its strength?
- Can you run a project using Scrum or is it just for product development?
- How do you scale Scrum to work in complex situations and environments?
- How does Scrum relate to other methods and approaches?
- Scrum weaknesses.
- Are Scrum certifications worth the money?
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Getting the best from Scrum framework
Getting the Best From Scrum means using the Scrum framework efficiently. Scrum teams work together with a Scrum Master and Product Owner. Agile Scrum helps teams deliver value in software development. Best practices in Scrum include clear sprint goals, backlog management, and regular retrospectives.
Scrum coaching, training, and tools for excellence
Optimising Scrum requires strong communication skills and stakeholder collaboration. Scrum Masters foster transparency, facilitate Scrum ceremonies, and encourage continuous improvement. Scrum coaching and Scrum training support skills development and Scrum excellence. Tools like Jira and Trello help with capacity planning and tracking progress.
Key Scrum principles and strategies
Scrum principles, Scrum methods, and Scrum strategies help teams achieve business goals. The Scrum Guide and Scrum process provide structure for Agile project management and Agile development. Best Agile practices rely on user stories, effective reviews, and adapting to change. Kanban and Scrum of Scrums can support scaling and workflow alignment.
Improving Scrum through collaboration and optimisation
Improving Scrum means focusing on the team, the product backlog, and stakeholder needs. Adopting Scrum tips ensures Scrum optimisation and better results.