Agile Hype or Necessity?
Agility in the company is a critical issue in today’s dynamic business world. There is hardly a manager who has not heard of it. The increased number of Google searches for agility in Switzerland clearly shows that the importance of this topic is growing.
Product Backlogs – Made in Switzerland
Here in Switzerland, we’re known for our efficiency – like our world-famous Swiss watches or our extremely punctual trains. Just as a Swiss watch demands high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship in order to run properly, agile project management requires us to maintain a well-balanced, up-to-date product backlog ...
Agile – The Kickstart for your Success
In the fast-paced business world, adopting agile ways of working is often crucial for companies to stay competitive. As a certified Scrum Master, Product Owner, and SAFe SPC with extensive experience in agile project management, I have seen first-hand how agile frameworks can change the way organizations work. This article highlights the difference ...
Kanban: Simplifying Agile for Enhanced Productivity
In a world where complexity is often confused with sophistication, Kanban emerges as a surprisingly simple hero. Agile methodologies have brought significant changes to project management, fostering flexibility and efficiency. Among these methodologies, Kanban stands as a beacon of simplicity and effectiveness.
Project Management: Navigating Challenges and managing Crises
Not enough resources, not enough money, or simply not enough time. Sound familiar? In the fast-paced world of software development, projects rarely go according to plan. Unforeseen challenges can create problems for your team and bring your progress to a standstill.
The “unnecessary” Necessity: Agile Methods and Scrum Masters in an imperfect World
Agile and Scrum Masters? Do we even need them? In a world where everything goes according to plan, these terms could be dismissed as mere buzzwords from the world of management. A world in which projects manage themselves and every team member always knows exactly what to do. Sounds tempting, doesn’t it?
Agile Requirements Engineering: A Guide for Product Development
Requirements Engineering is a central component of agile product development. This is the process in which the requirements for a system or product are determined, analyzed, documented, and managed. However, this process is not always easy to implement and poses numerous challenges.
Solid Product Teams vs. temporary Project Setups
In today’s dynamic business world, it is essential to constantly develop and adapt products to meet customer needs. If teams can focus on adding value to these products, it can have a significant impact on the success of a company. But what specific advantages ...
Leadership in Agile Organizations & the Misunderstanding of Self-Organization
Agility has revolutionized the world of work and fundamentally changed the role of leadership. Agile teams define their vision and purpose largely independently. They are responsible for a product or service that contributes to the company’s success.