Posts Tagged ‘scrum’
Dear John: How Should We Handle Refinement and the Definition of Ready?
Scrum provides a framework that guide teams towards effective work but often leave room for interpretation. One such gray area is the Definition of Ready (DOR). While not explicitly required in Scrum, having product backlog items “ready” for Sprint Planning is stipulated and is a good practive. So, how do you go about it? Let’s…
Read MoreEscaping Scrum’s Build Trap: Integrating Learning Increments
Discover how to escape the Scrum ‘build trap’ by integrating Learning Increments into your Agile process. This article explores common pitfalls of focusing solely on Usable Product Increments and offers practical solutions to align your Scrum framework with discovery work for better outcomes
Read MoreFrustrated With The Definition of Ready? Try a Dialogue of Ready
The Dialogue of Ready is a lightweight alternative to the Definition of Ready (DoR) that can help teams ensure sprint success. Learn more about this approach and how to use it to improve your sprint planning process.
Read MoreHow to Craft a Tailored Definition of Done with F.I.N.I.S.H.E.D.
Definition of Done A well-defined Definition of Done (DoD) is crucial for delivering high-quality work for teams using Scrum. It sets the standard for what it means to consider a product backlog item “done.” But how do you create a DoD that truly fits your team’s needs? In this article, we’ll explore the F.I.N.I.S.H.E.D. acronym…
Read MoreSprint Goals Made Simple: Use S.P.R.I.N.T. To Craft Sprint Goals
What is a Sprint Goal Let’s take a step back first. 🌍 In the Scrum framework, a Sprint Goal is our shared objective, our north star for the sprint. It’s like the mission statement or commander’s intent for that particular Sprint. But just having a goal isn’t enough; it needs to be an effective one!…
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