Articles and videos on creating and managing cross-functional Scrum teams: scrum master, product owner and development team.
Sizing an Agile team is not an easy task. In this article, Mark Haynes discusses some of the factors (control, the nature of the work, optimal communications) that will influence the decision for the size of a Scrum team.
Agile approaches like Scrum recommend a “just enough” attitude in software development and this is also the case when you discuss tools. Ideally, you would work with a small team that is collocated, but this is not always possible and you might be running your project virtually with a distributed Scrum team scattered around the world.
This presentation explores the challenges and opportunities of transitioning from Component Teams to cross-functional Feature Teams, examining the dynamics of unchanged individual functional roles and considering both short and long-term development strategies.
Agile retrospectives are a cornerstone of continuous improvement, enabling teams to reflect, adapt, and enhance their processes. Whether you call it a Sprint Retrospective, Iteration Retrospective, or Team Retrospective, the goal remains the same-identify what’s working, what’s not, and how to improve.
If you want an easy tool to help you start building the best Scrum team, then you should explore the Team Transformation Canvas. It is a practical worksheet to help you and your Agile teammates discover the best in each other and put it into action.
We all know that there are three roles in Scrum teams : product owner, scrum master, and the development team. Modern software development can sometimes require a high level of specializations that could be beyond the capabilities of the Scrum team members.
The Scrum framework makes managing project risks a lot easier. With daily communication, short sprints, and a focus on adapting to changes, you’re constantly staying ahead of potential issues. Also, by identifying and resolving risks early, you avoid costly delays.
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