Continuous Discussions (c9d9) Podcast, Episode 66: Scaling Agile and DevOps in the Enterprise

I had the awesome opportunity to participate in another Electric Cloud continuous discussion. This time the topic was scaling Agile and DevOps in enterprises. It was a great panel and a great time! Check it out here: Continuous Discussions (c9d9)...

Optimizing Product Backlog Refinement

I’ve recently been involved with several Scrum Teams that are struggling to have the right level of detail in their Product Backlog items. Some symptoms: difficulty during Sprint Planning sessions, a massive or very small Product Backlog, or a lack...

Product Owners: Product Backlog Items can be Deleted

A well kept Product Backlog is pivotal to the success of a Scrum Team. Imagine the Product Backlog as a gas tank in a car. Keep enough good gas in it to get to your next destination. Fill it with...

Scrum Master : An Organizational Change Agent

A Scrum Master is undoubtedly a pivotal role to the successful implementation of Scrum. As a Scrum Master, you serve the Product Owner and Development team by being a teacher, facilitator, coach, and servant leader. Did you know that you...

There is no 'I' in Scrum Team

I have had the pleasure of observing, working with, or being part of many Scrum teams over the years. I recently observed a Sprint Review of a reasonably seasoned Scrum Team. As they were sharing the Increment with Stakeholders, I...