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Tying the foundations of Scrum to the field of Complex Adaptive Systems makes a lot of sense. At its best, a cross-functional autonomous Scrum team exhibits the characteristics of a complex adaptive system—emergence, adaptation, and self-organization. Given my interest in Agile, Scrum, and Complex Adaptive Systems, I think it’s about time that I read Jeff Sutherland’s new book!

Emerging in the background of the evolving First Principles in Scrum https://lnkd.in/etBan8DA are chapters on the trilogy of forces driving product development and innovation. We've already explored Entropy as the force of decay. Now, delve into Self-Organization in our latest chapter! Help us refine it for the final cut. #Scrum #Innovation #Agile #SelfOrganization #BookLaunch 1. Introduction: The Trilogy of Innovation In the complex landscape of modern product development, three fundamental principles form the cornerstone of successful innovation: Entropy, Self-Organization, and Patterns. This trilogy is the key to understanding how to build great products that not only meet immediate needs but also evolve and thrive over time. **Entropy** describes the inevitable drift towards disorder in any system, whether it's a piece of software accumulating technical debt or a biological organism encountering mutations. As systems grow, they become increasingly susceptible to errors and inefficiencies. This chaotic tendency underscores the importance of vigilance and continuous improvement to prevent stagnation and decay. Yet, amidst this sea of chaos, there are **islands of self-organization**. As noted by Stephen Wolfram in his groundbreaking Physics Project, self-organization is the spontaneous emergence of order from disorder. It is a powerful, natural phenomenon where systems find their own structure without explicit external direction. In the realm of product development, this manifests as teams and processes that organically align and adapt to new challenges, fostering innovation and resilience. This chapter delves deeply into the concept of self-organization. We will explore how self-organization acts as a beacon of structure within the entropy-laden seas of project development, enabling teams to navigate uncertainty and complexity. By understanding the dynamics of self-organization, we can harness this intrinsic force to build systems that are robust, adaptable, and continuously evolving. Review and comment on chapter draft: https://lnkd.in/e_yTMGZf

🔥 New Release! 🔥 "First Principles in Scrum: Implementing Scrum and Agile Practices" now features a game-changing chapter on bootstrapping! 🚀 Ready to take your Scrum practice to the next level? 💡 This expanded edition delves deep into the transformative power of bootstrapping, drawing from pivotal experiences that shaped my understanding of complex systems and led to the creation of Scrum itself. 🤯 Key takeaways: Discover the magic of the Digital PDP7 and its profound impact on the concept of bootstrapping in computing. 🖥️ Explore Wolfram's Physics Project and the mind-blowing idea of the universe as a bootstrap. 🌌 Uncover the secrets of bootstrapping cancer cells and their implications for Scrum and complex systems. 🔬 Learn how bootstrapping revolutionized software programming and influenced the development of Scrum. 👨💻 Witness the birth of Scrum through interactions with robotics researchers and the concept of bootstrapped intelligence. 🤖 Call to Action: Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding of Scrum and Agile! Grab your copy today and start your journey towards hyperproductive teams! https://lnkd.in/eASMHWPg #Scrum #Agile #Bootstrapping #SoftwareDevelopment #ProjectManagement #Innovation #Leadership #QuantumMechanics #Complexity #AI #Robotics #NewRelease #MustRead

I've long been intrigued by Dr. Sutherland's comparison of Scrum to principles found in quantum mechanics. He draws some interesting parallels between Scrum's iterative processes and physical phenomena - suggesting that like quantum systems, Scrum harnesses focused energy through frequent iterations to drive significant outcomes. Check out his new book, First Principles in Scrum.

Update: Discover the New Chapter in My Book, First Principles in Scrum! I'm delighted to share the latest addition to "First Principles in Scrum" - a new chapter titled "Self-Organization: Islands of Hope in Entropy’s Sea of Chaos." This chapter delves into the transformative power of self-organization, offering fresh insights into turning chaos into structured innovation within teams and product development. Spontaneous self-organization occurs in thea sea of chaos. Selif-organization is not a thing you do. It is a place you find, where work becomes easy and become hyperproduct. Patterns are the breads crumbs that will lead you to that place, Key Highlights Include: - Deep Dive into Self-Organization: Explore how spontaneous order emerges from chaos, essential for fostering innovation and resilience in project management. - Leveraging Entropy: Unpack the concept of entropy to fuel continuous improvement and innovative breakthroughs in your projects. - Theoretical Underpinnings: Ground your Scrum practices in robust scientific principles, from classical physics to cutting-edge theories. This chapter reflects my continued passion for enhancing Scrum practices and is a must-read for those committed to elevating their Agile methodologies. Get your updated copy today to transform your approach to project management and lead your teams to unprecedented levels of productivity and innovation! Secure your copy here:  https://lnkd.in/etBan8DA #Scrum #Agile #Innovation #SelfOrganization #JeffSutherland 

Later this month Nigel Baker will be returning to the Agile Coaching Exchange with his talk Changing Failing Scaling. Nigel asked me to share the following about this event... "_Unlock the Secrets to Scaling Agile Projects! Join us for a Game-Changing Talk Revealing Proven Strategies for Success. Learn How to Overcome Common Challenges, Maximize Efficiency, and Drive Innovation in Your Agile Teams. Don't Miss Out on This Must-Attend Event!" - - Is not what this talk is about. This is the opposite of what this talk is about. If you'd like to learn the exact opposite to this ai generated clickbait, and how the opposite is bizarrely the way forward - then come along. I will warn you. It isn't a Must-attend!" Thanks Nigel :-) We're looking forward to this one. Join us on 27 March. Details and RSVP at the link in the comments! #agile #scalingagile #productdevelopment #scrum

Gene G. has a LeSS course coming up! He's an excellent instructor, and the class will teach you to apply systems thinking to your agile transformation and how to scale scrum to multiple teams effectively. Take a look!

📢 Big Announcement! 📢 We have some exciting news about "First Principles in Scrum"! 🚀 **Version 4.2** is now live, featuring a groundbreaking new chapter: **"The Pattern Paradigm - Unveiling the Hidden Architecture of World-Changing Ideas."** This chapter explores the deep interconnections between entropy, self-organization, and patterns, offering fresh insights into how these concepts drive innovation and efficiency in Scrum and beyond. Some reviewers think this is the best chapter yet and it clearly explains why Scrum works - when it's implementation is consistent with first principles. As our book has grown extensively, it is no longer feasible to publish it on Amazon in its current form. Therefore, we are excited to announce that "First Principles in Scrum" will be divided into three smaller, more accessible volumes. This change will make it easier for our readers to delve into the rich content we’ve developed. Moving forward, this volume will continue to receive updates, focusing on enhancing and sometimes completely rewriting existing chapters. However, no new chapters will be added to this book. All new chapters will be included in the upcoming three-volume set, which we will announce soon. We want to thank our dedicated readers for your continued support and valuable feedback. Stay tuned for more updates and details about the new volumes. Together, we’re pushing the boundaries of Scrum and Agile practices to new heights! #Scrum #Agile #FirstPrinciples #Innovation #ProjectManagement #NewRelease #BookAnnouncement #ContinuousImprovement https://lnkd.in/etBan8DA

Hey Scrum Masters! 🌟 Ready to dive into some key insights for 2024? Today, we're unpacking 'Staying Agile: 3 Essential Tips for Scrum Masters in 2024'. From tackling hybrid work to embracing AI, and fostering a Continuous Learning Culture, we've got you covered. If you're looking to stay on top of your game, let's dive in and explore these must-know insights together!🚀 #scrum #scrummaster #agile #agilecoach

Large Scale Scrum (LeSS) workshop is coming to #Minneapolis! Large Scale Scrum (#LeSS) is a framework for delivering more value with fewer obstacles in the way! LeSS builds on Scrum’s foundation such as #empiricism, #cross-functional and #self-managing teams and provides a framework for applying them at scale. #lessworks due to simple structural rules and guidelines for adopting Scrum in large #product development. The Certified LeSS Practitioner workshop covers the LeSS principles, framework rules, and guides. It provides essential information for adopting and improving LeSS in your product development group. The course contains an overview of LeSS, stories on LeSS adoptions, exercises, and extensive LeSS Q&A to ensure we discuss the topics most attractive to the participants. https://lnkd.in/geegzJkw This workshop is #GuaranteedtoRun and will be taught by Bas Vodde, co-creator of LeSS! #scrum #scalingscrum #scalingagile #agilecoach #product #professionaldevelopment