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Unlocking the Agile Methodology:

Frameworks
Introduction
In "Embrace the Agile Approach." 1 , we discussed the Agile Methodology, which is a valuable approach
that emphasizes adaptability in a rapidly changing work environment and an ever-evolving market.
This methodology encourages embracing new systems of working to achieve improved outcomes and
foster flexibility, collaboration, and rapid delivery. In this article, we will explore how the Agile
Methodology impacts our responsibilities and provides a clearer understanding of how Agile principles
can be applied in our teams to drive success across the Group.

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Scrum

The term “scrum” originates from the game of rugby. It is the name given to the process of restarting
play after a minor rule infringement or when the rugby ball is out of play. During a scrum, the forwards
from both teams come together, interlocking arms, and pushing against each other to contest possession
of the ball. In the early 1980s, Jeff Sutherland, one of the creators of the scrum framework, sought a
name that would represent an iterative and collaborative approach they were developing. “Scrum" was
chosen to symbolize team collaboration, self-organization, and intense focus on working together
towards a common goal just as the forwards of a rugby team.

From its etymology, we can see that scrum as an agile framework emphasizes iterative development and
frequent collaboration. It helps guide innovation and the development of ideas during a project, focusing
on value delivery and the visibility of progress. This aspect of the agile methodology is designed for
teams to effectively track progress on numerous tasks, prioritize and ensure timely delivery. At its core,
Scrum ensures....

Cross-functional teams: Members from different disciplines working together towards a common goal,
enabling collaboration and comprehensive problem-solving.
Sprints: Lasting 1 to 4 weeks. During a sprint, the team focuses on a specific set of tasks, aiming to
deliver a potentially shippable product increment by the end of the sprint.

Sprint reviews: Meetings at the end of each sprint where the team demonstrates completed work and
gathers feedback from stakeholders.

Product backlog: The product backlog is a prioritized list of work items, typically in the form of user
stories, that represents the requirements and features to be developed.

Stand-up meetings: short time-boxed meetings that take place every day.

1 - Scrum Board for Sprint Reviews

If you are interested in learning more about Scrum, there’s a Scrum Basic Course on LinkedIn here2.

Kanban

"Kanban" is of Japanese origin and translates to mean "visual signal" or "card." The concept was first
introduced by Taiichi Ohno, an industrial engineer at Toyota, in the 1940s as part of the Toyota

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Production System (TPS). He developed the Kanban system to manage and control inventory levels
efficiently.

Kanban is an agile method that fosters continuous improvement via visibility, flexibility in task
management, and streamlined workflow. This approach provides a visual representation of the project's
progress at a glance, allowing teams to easily understand and track overall status. At the heart of Kanban
is the Kanban board, a powerful tool that visually represents the project or task flow using cards or
sticky notes to represent work items. By having a clear view of the project's status, teams can identify
bottlenecks, address inefficiencies, make data-driven decisions, and agree on when tasks have been
completed.

The Kanban board provides a clear and intuitive visualization of the project's stages, from To-Do tasks to
Doing and Done, and sometimes Delayed tasks. This graphical representation not only facilitates
understanding for new team members or external stakeholders but also encourages effective
contributions from individuals within the team, promoting efficient collaboration.

If you are interested in learning more about Kanban, check out the short Kanban Board basics course on
LinkedIn here3

Overall, we can say


Embracing Agile frameworks like Scrum and Kanban can improve flexibility, collaboration,
and rapid results delivery within our teams while promoting continuous improvement
through visibility and streamlined workflow management outcomes across the Group.

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