Developing Self-Organizing Agile TeamsAgile teams are supposed to be self-organizing, but self-organization may not happen on its own. It runs counter to the ways in which people usually work. Steve Berczuk examines the benefits and challenges of self-organizing teams—and some tips on making them work.
Using the A3 Management Process for CollaborationSameh Zeid explores the A3 management process, which is used to implement lean thinking principles for problem solving and continuous improvement. The collaborative approach of the A3 process encourages teams to self-organize in order to determine what works.
How Kanban Can Help You Be More ProductiveAlthough multi-tabbed browsers allow users to open multiple websites in one window, people might see their productivity fall by the wayside with information overload. Venkatesh Krishnamurthy explains how kanban can help you deal with the dilemma (and anxiety) of having too many browser tabs open.
Lean, Agile, Lean Agile—What's the Difference?Not everyone is going to embrace agile or lean, and even those who do often disagree on their overall definitions. The truth is that each method has its own individual meaning and benefit to your company. When you combine them, you truly maximize their potential.
How to Use Gamification for an Agile TransformationIn a recent LinkedIn poll, the failure to change organizational culture was voted as the prime cause of preventing an agile transformation. One way to counter this problem is to use gamification, which leaders can use to encourage employees to make the transformation.
Ten Tips for Becoming a Better Agile Tester Saying that you’re agile isn’t good enough for today's software testers. You have to follow through with agile actions. Here are some tips to get testers moving in the right agile direction.
The Growth of Agile in GovernmentSteve Berczuk analyzes a US Government Accountability Office (GAO) report, released in July 2012, on agile software development in government projects, and finds that the report's recommendations could apply equally well to a small technology company adopting agile.
The Importance of Courage in Agile TeamsAn important attribute of agile teams is the courage to do the right things. You need courage in making the right architectural decisions, tackling the right stories, and standing up for values and principles you believe in.
