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Scrum for Cats: An Agile Framework that Fits the Feline Philosophy

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Thus, we proudly present Scrum for Cats, the world’s first Agile framework designed by cats, for cats. Why Cats Are Natural Scrum Masters Traditional productivity frameworks have historically overlooked the strategic advantage of incorporating feline methodological approaches.

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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. What does a Scrum master do?

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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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Upcoming Webinar: Scrum In Construction

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Scrum in Construction: A Better Way To Design, Plan, and Build. This free webinar explores how and why construction projects done with Scrum are safer, come in under budget, and finish early. Scrum in Construction: A Better Way To Design, Plan, and Build. Agile and Scrum are revolutionizing construction. Register Now.

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Scrum Inc. Japan – A New Hope

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On March 8, 2019, in Tokyo Japan, I attended the press conference for the formation of Scrum Inc.’s s new joint venture, Scrum Inc. Professor Nonaka is one of the co-authors of, The New New Product Development Game, an HBR article that helped to spark some of the ideas behind Scrum and gave it its name. Japan – A New Hope.

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What is the Recommended Scrum Team Size?

Agile Pain Relief Notes from a Tool User

The Scrum Guide offers very limited guidance, suggesting 3-9 people per team (exclusive of ScrumMaster and Product Owner), without giving reasons or context for those numbers. In this post, we’ll explore the research and I’ll share my personal experiences about effective team size. Research-Backed Evidence.

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What is the Recommended Scrum Team Size?

Agile Pain Relief Notes from a Tool User

The Scrum Guide offers very limited guidance, suggesting 3-9 people per team (exclusive of ScrumMaster and Product Owner), without giving reasons or context for those numbers. In this post, we’ll explore the research and I’ll share my personal experiences about effective team size. What Happens to Relationships When Teams Get Large?

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