Agile Team Space in the Age of Remote Work
Designing the optimal Agile team space got a lot harder when remote work became a requirement. This article suggests a new approach for remote and hybrid teams.
Three Strategies for Alleviating Pandemic Burnout in Agile Teams
Pandemic burnout is real. The impact of an always-on remote work life is taking its toll — especially on mothers. This essay discusses three simple but effective strategies for addressing pandemic burnout in Agile teams.
Decision Rights Framework: Better Decisions, Faster
As organizations scale, the pace of decision making can slow to a crawl. The Decision Rights Framework offers a solution.
Relative Estimation with Reference Stories
Relative Estimation is the fastest and most reliable method for Sprint planning. Using historical data in the form of Reference Stories makes it even better.
SAFe Implementation: 4 Tips for Getting Started
SAFe implementation can be a daunting task. Starting things off right can make a huge difference. Here’s how...
How to Learn the Team Estimation Game
We recently published a piece describing why we think Relative Estimation is a more effective alternative to Planning Poker. In this article, Principal Consultant Joel Bancroft-Connors explains how our recommended alternative, Team Estimation, works.