Scrum Insights

Agile frameworks, with Scrum at its forefront, are no stranger to the kind of negative sentiment found in forums and blogs that are written by frustrated practitioners. Despite Scrum's absolute simplicity and its proven track record of success across industries, there’s been a pretty consistent and vocal minority speaking out against the framework. “Scrum is dead!”, they will shout, “Scrum doesn’t work!”. But is it really dead, or is this just another phase in the ebb and flow of (un)popular opinion...?

Oman, a country known for its stunning landscapes and rich history, could be quietly positioning itself as the next regional business powerhouse. Read how the use of Agile Frameworks, such as Scrum, could be the key to competitive advantage in the region.

Whilst we absolutely encourage any leader that wants to improve their ways of working to consider Agile approaches, it’s important that any implementation programme is done properly and thoughtfully. If you are one of those leaders considering introducing Agile to your organisation, ask yourself how you’d promote the transformation programme to your teams. If you find yourself saying things like “Let’s go Agile!” or “Our company is going to do Agile!”, pause for a moment and read this article.

The Scrum landscape is dominated by two major organisations: Scrum.org and Scrum Alliance. Both organisations offer Scrum certifications and training, and both have their own cohort of passionate followers and advocates. This article provides an overview of each approach, traces their origins, lists their pros and cons, and highlights the key differences between the two.

Explore how Agile can directly help banks and fintech organisations to reduce risk, increase customer satisfaction and create a culture of empirical product development.

Agile transformations are not just about changing the way your teams work: they represent a fundamental shift in mindset and culture within organisations. Here are the three key non-negotiables to ensuring that your Agile transformation is setup for success.