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Why not use velocity to compare teams?
So if you read my last post, you might be wondering, why not use velocity to compare teams? Some people do this, some people don’t. The agile software development community is pretty united in their recommendation here though. There are a number of problems with using velocity that way. So why not use velocity to […]
Continue readingProduct versus Sprint backlog
I was reading a long and strange rant against Agile recently. It’s this one, if you’re curious and you have a lot of time to burn. It confirmed my belief that people often don’t understand the difference between the Product Backlog and the Sprint Backlog. This is a really important distinction. If people get it wrong, […]
Continue readingMisconceptions around Minimum Viable Product
One of the most controversial topics in Agile / Lean thinking at the moment is the Minimum Viable Product, or MVP. This article will try and clear up the misconceptions around Minimum Viable Product. What is a Minimum Viable Product? This concept came from Eric Ries’ influential book, The Lean Startup (which you should definitely read if […]
Continue readingAlternatives to Scrum
I’ve talked a lot about Scrum on this blog recently. Scrum has some strengths and some weaknesses. You need to know about those to understand it and use it properly. I think Scrum is a good tool and a great start for people new to Agile. But as a Scrum Master, you might be interested […]
Continue readingScrum Retrospective ideas
In the realm of Agile approaches and the Scrum framework, retrospectives are super important. As one of the key Scrum events, a Scrum Retrospective is an opportunity for the Scrum Team to inspect itself and create a plan for improvements. Which can hopefully be enacted during the next Sprint. The importance of retrospectives in Agile […]
Continue readingHow to be a Scrum Master
In the dynamic world of IT software development, the Agile approaches have emerged as a game-changer. The have transformed the way teams operate and deliver value. One of the most popular frameworks within Agile is the Scrum framework. At the heart of this framework is a critical role – the Scrum Master. As an integral […]
Continue readingRelease Train Engineer vs Scrum Master: understanding the roles
Introduction In the world of Agile software development, roles are not really job titles. They are a set of responsibilities and expectations that guide the team’s workflow. Two such roles that often come under discussion are the Release Train Engineer (RTE) and the Scrum Master. Both roles are important to the Agile frameworks. But they […]
Continue readingAustralian Built Software for Aged Care and NDIS Providers
Aged care in Australia is an important issue as the population ages. Key findings as shown by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare show that one in six Australians is over 65 years of age. This is why it is so important to understand the different individual’s care needs and develop tailored solutions to ensure […]
Continue readingThe Purpose of a Sprint Review in Scrum
Introduction to Sprint Reviews In the Scrum framework, sprint reviews play a crucial role in the success of product development work. These reviews are an opportunity for the developers, stakeholders, and customers to come together and evaluate the progress made during a sprint. Let’s go deep into the purpose of a sprint review in Scrum, […]
Continue readingCan Scrum be used for non software projects?
When it comes to agile project management approaches, Scrum is often associated with software development. But some people might want to try and apply the principles and practices of Scrum to non-software projects as well. In this article, I’ll explore the question: Can Scrum be used for non-software projects? I’ll look at the fundamental aspects […]
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