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What is a Scrum master? A key role for project success

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Scrum is a powerful framework for implementing agile processes in software development and other projects. This highly adopted framework utilizes short iterations of work, called sprints, and daily meetings, called scrums, to tackle discrete portions of a project in succession until the project is complete. Others do not.

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7 tell-tale signs of fake agile

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The same is not true, sadly, for many agile project management and development initiatives. Too often, an organization may launch something that looks like an agile program, calls itself an agile program, claims to operate like an agile program, yet really isn’t an agile program in the least.

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How To Run Effective Scrum Meetings

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Scrum is a popular way of working in teams. Many people however, dislike one core element of Scrum: the meetings. Scrum meetings are often time consuming, boring and ineffective. It’s no wonder people flinch when they hear “Scrum” But it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are some tips on how to do that.

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Beyond burnout: How I made my PhD and social research Agile by adapting Scrum values

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In this experience report, I’m going to describe how I adapted agile, what worked and what didn’t.

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Agile Transformation mistakes you must avoid at any cost!

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One of the pillars of the ADAPT Methodology™ is the Agility part, that`s why talking about Agile Transformation Mistakes is very important! In this blog post, we make you aware of 14 common Agile Transformation Mistakes that you must avoid at any cost! Agile Transformation Mistakes 1. This roadmap will help you!

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Scrum Inc. Webinar – November 29th, 2023

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Prioritize, Structure, and Cultivate Business Success with Scrum@Scale in 2024 Scrum Inc. webinar with Dr. JEFF SUTHERLAND & JJ SUTHERLAND Register Now Free Agile Webinar Change Your POV in 2024 In this exclusive webinar, Scrum Inc. Register Dive into Scrum@Scale on November 29th, 2023 at 12:00pm ET.

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Building a better Agile organisation: The power of Knowledge-Sharing

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Agile is a rapidly growing field, and there is a wealth of knowledge and experience out there to be shared. But how do you find other agile practitioners who share your interests? In this blog post, I will share some tips on how to build a global community of practice for agility. To share your knowledge.

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