Organizational Patterns of Agile Software Development
In “Organizational Patterns of Agile Software Development,” authors James O. Coplien and Neil B. Harrison provide an extensive examination of how patterns can enhance the structure and execution of software projects. These patterns are designed to establish organizational wholeness that aligns with and advances the organization’s objectives—improving profitability, increasing productivity,
The FIVE DYSFUNCTIONS of a Team
If you could get all the people in an organization rowing in the same direction, you could dominate any industry, in any market, against any competition, at any time. This is the central theme of this book emphasizing teamwork as the key to successful project outcomes. While building a cohesive
Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time
Scrum Demystified: Insights from Jeff and JJ Sutherland's "Red Book" In “Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time”, Jeff Sutherland and JJ Sutherland distill the essence of Scrum, providing both beginners and seasoned practitioners with a comprehensive guide to this agile framework. Whether you’re curious
Navigating AI Transformations: Key Competencies for Project Managers
According to PwC’s 2023 Emerging Technology Survey, 73% of US companies have already adopted AI in at least some areas of their business, with 54% implementing generative AI specifically.
Mastering Scrum Sprint Events
Agile methodologies have revolutionized the way projects are managed and executed, especially in the dynamic world of software development. In our previous article, we took the perspective of how the Agile Manifesto principles are emulated via the Scrum framework. In this sixth installment, we zoom into the sprint events. Central
A Comprehensive Guide for Scrum Practitioners
Agile frameworks, like Scrum, are not just collections of rituals and processes. They’re underpinned by principles designed to deliver quality products and/or services that solve customer problems and meet their needs. Each aspect of the Sprint event in Scrum is a manifestation of these Agile principles, acting as a purposeful