Scrum Day Europe’s Post

Origin of scrum: Did you know that the scrum originated from Rugby? Similar to Rugby, through scrums, different teams compete with each other to make the organization successful. Even though the perspectives might have changed over time, that was the beginning of scrums. It's also about the flexibility and scalability that help any product at earlier stages to achieve its goals. #uxdesign

🚀 Introducing The Agile Championships! 🚀 Are you or your team the Ultimate Natural Agilists? We are excited to introduce The Agile Championships. A global annual search for the Agile Champion Teams and Individuals. In the format of a Gameshow Series with the Episodes running over a series of months. We're thrilled to announce that we’ll be launching this concept in Manchester at #Agile2024 in collaboration with the Agile Business Consortium later this month. 🏆 Through these games, teams and individuals will have the opportunity to: - Learn and apply core agile principles in a fun and interactive environment. - Compete to become the Ultimate Agilists – our Agile Champions! - Attend to learn by watching our agile gladiators compete. - Have lots of fun along the way! Stay tuned for more updates, and if you’re attending #Agile2024, we can’t wait to see you there! Through a series of dynamic, engaging games designed to teach and embody the true essence of agility. These are not your typical framework-specific exercises; instead, they focus on real, practical agility that transcends any single methodology. How can you participate? Register your interest to take part in these Championships after #Agile2024 in the following ways… 👉 https://lnkd.in/eypkqSzk ·        Competing as Teams or Individuals. ·        Hosting an Episode at your MeetUps. ·        Guest Judging. ·        Providing Games ideas. #AgileChampionships #Agile2024 #AgileBusinessConsortium #agile #agilelearning DM David Michel or Alistair Corrie for more details

🏉 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗺: 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗥𝘂𝗴𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗴𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 🚀 Did you know that the term "𝗦𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗺" in Agile methodology has its roots in the sport of rugby? 🤔 Let's explore this fascinating connection! In rugby, a "scrum" is a formation where players bind together and work as a unit to gain possession of the ball. 🏆 This concept of teamwork and collective effort inspired the creators of the Scrum framework in Agile. 📈 The idea was first introduced by Hirotaka Takeuchi and Ikujiro Nonaka in their 1986 Harvard Business Review article "The New New Product Development Game." 📘 They observed that successful product development teams function similarly to a rugby team, working closely together towards a common goal, adapting to changes, and continuously improving. Jeff Sutherland and Ken Schwaber later formalized this idea in the early 1990s, creating the Scrum framework we know today. 🌟 By incorporating the principles of collaboration, flexibility, and iterative progress from rugby, they developed a powerful approach to managing complex projects and delivering high-quality products. Scrum has transformed the way teams work across various industries, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, communication, and adaptability. 🌍 So, next time you think of Scrum, remember its roots in the dynamic and collaborative spirit of rugby! 🏉 #Scrum #Agile #Rugby #ProjectManagement #Teamwork #Innovation

Ever wondered what Agile methodology and cricket have in common? Spoiler: It's not just the tea breaks! As an IT professional in India, you're probably as familiar with Scrum sprints as you are with cricket innings. But have you ever thought about how closely these two worlds align? Swipe through to see how your daily stand-ups are just like team huddles, and why your Product Owner is the true captain of your tech team. #AgileMethodology #Cricket #TechHumor #SoftwareDevelopment #CorporateMemes

Let's understand Sprint Goal and Product Goal in Scrum using Cricket analogy: 🏏🎯 Be it a game of cricket or your project, setting goals is like strategizing for success on the field. 🏆 👉 Sprint Goal: Sprint Goal is for the current Sprint. Just like the current match in cricket, it's all about short-term targets. It's the game plan for the current innings, focusing on immediate wins and milestones. 👉 Product Goal: Product Goal is for the entire product. Think of it as the grand vision for the tournament. It's about the long-term strategy, aiming for the championship title by consistently delivering quality performances throughout the series. In cricket or in projects, having both Sprint and Product goals ensures a balanced approach towards achieving success! 🏆 #CricketMetaphor #Goals #StrategySuccess #scrum #agile

Is it beneficial to have a #RockStar on your team? 🧐  Agile’s foundation is collaboration and shared ownership; it is a team sport.   What is your experience? Have you worked in such a team?     Useful?  Like / Follow / Repost     👉 You have not yet enrolled in the free email course on Scrum anti-patterns? Don’t miss out; hundreds already did: https://lnkd.in/d2BYdCqK

Exciting news! I'm thrilled to share that I've won a free seat in an ICAgile Fundamentals course, thanks to a raffle hosted by ICAgile and generously sponsored by KaiRise . This opportunity couldn't have come at a better time as I continue to deepen my understanding of Agile methodologies. A big thank you to ICAgile and KaiRise for supporting continuous learning and development. I'm eager to dive into the course and further enhance my skills. #ICAgile #GrowthMindset #ContinuousLearning"

Agile is not just about speed; it’s about achieving both speed and precision. I have drawn an analogy with tennis to explain this concept further. Your thoughts and feedback would be greatly appreciated in the comments ! 🙏 https://lnkd.in/g2bBfhK8

🏅 Scrum as an Olympic Sport: The Agile Relay Race Ever imagined Scrum as an Olympic sport? Let's dive into the thrilling world of a relay race, where the essence of teamwork, coordination, and agility shines brightly. 🏃♂️🏃♀️🏃♂️🏃♀️ In a relay race, much like in Scrum, every team member plays a crucial role in the collective success. Each sprinter, akin to a Scrum team member, must excel individually while maintaining perfect synchronization with the rest of the team to win the race. 🥇 While each member of the team runs a different part of the race, they all know that winning depends on who runs through the finish line. A very popular complaint among several Agile teams I have worked with in the past is “Hand-offs.” There are so many hand-offs and things could get dropped. Understanding the clear goal and knowing exactly who to hand the baton to next is crucial. Additionally, it's essential to recognize that the race isn't over until the goal is achieved, even if you've technically completed your part. Organizing the team to optimize everyone's skills ensures a smooth and efficient journey to the finish line. While we run this race, let’s remember that we all get the medals. 🏅 #Scrum #Agile #Olympics #RelayRace #ContinuousImprovement #Teamwork #KaizenVibes #AgileCommunity What other sports do you think embody Scrum principles? Share your thoughts! 🗣️