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How Scrum’s Sprint Cycle is like the Hero’s Journey

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Scrum, the popular Agile framework widely used in software development, follows a life cycle that is by nature satisfying to work through because of its structure. If you're wondering why it's more satisfying than other pure frameworks for project management, it's because you have been trained from childhood to love a good story. The Sprint cycle, the time-boxed period during which the team works to deliver a potentially releasable product increment, follows a similar structure to one of the most satisfying literary frameworks - the hero's journey.

Scrum Master vs Project Manager – What’s the Difference?

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Scrum and Waterfall are two of the main methodologies used in project management, and they each have their own unique characteristics and approaches to managing projects. The Scrum Master and Project Manager role from the Waterfall methodology are two roles that are critical to the success of a project, but they have different responsibilities and focuses.

Strengths and Weaknesses of SAFe – Scaled Agile Framework

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Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) is a popular framework for managing and coordinating large-scale software development projects. It is designed to help organizations implement Agile methodologies at an enterprise level, enabling them to improve collaboration, speed up delivery, and increase productivity. However, like any framework, SAFe has its strengths and weaknesses that need to be considered before implementing it. Strengths of SAFe One of the strengths of SAFe is its scalability. The framework is designed to be adaptable to different organizational structures, sizes, and industry sectors. This means that it can be used by small and large organizations alike, and can be tailored to suit the specific needs of each organization. This flexibility makes it a great option for organizations looking… Continue reading Strengths and Weaknesses of SAFe – Scaled Agile Framework