Agile Education by Scrum Inc.™

This week, we're celebrating the inaugural Scrum@Scale Summit, hosted by members of the Agile Education by Scrum Inc.™ community 🌍 Held on October 15th in Berlin, this event brought together Scrum enthusiasts from around the world to explore the future of agility. The global Scrum@Scale community continues to amaze us with their unwavering commitment to fostering adaptability, resilience, and growth 🙌 A big thank you to Jeff Sutherland for his inspiring closing keynote and to all the participants, co-speakers, organizers—Suha Selcuk, Alisa Stolze, Peter Fischbach—and the amazing volunteers who made this event truly exceptional. #ScrumAtScaleSummit #Patterns #Adaptability #Resiliency

Sprint Planning is where uncertainty meets clarity, and teams turn ambiguity into actionable opportunity ✅ "The Sprint Goal aligns the entire team on the most valuable outcomes." – Dr. Jeff Sutherland, co-creator of Scrum In Sprint Planning, we're not just assigning tasks—we’re creating a shared vision for the Sprint. By setting a clear Sprint Goal, the team focuses on delivering the highest possible value while maintaining the flexibility to adapt as new information emerges. This focus reduces scope creep and fosters continuous learning. Make your next Sprint laser-focused on delivering value. When the team is aligned on the Sprint Goal, every action moves you closer to that goal—resulting in tangible, meaningful progress. #SprintGoal #SprintPlanning #AgileEducation

⭐️ Reflecting on the #AEPTrainerRetreat 2024 Last week, we came together as a community of passionate Agile educators and facilitators for our annual AEP Trainer Retreat. It was more than just an event—it was a time to reflect, grow, and inspire each other. The energy, collaboration, and shared commitment to advancing Agile education was nothing short of incredible. Through engaging discussions, collaborative workshops, and moments of personal connection, we were reminded of why we do what we do: to create meaningful impact in teams, organizations, and individuals across the globe. Each conversation, each session, and each smile reinforced the power of community and the shared mission we carry to foster Agile mindsets and practices. We left feeling energized, equipped, and ready to continue shaping the future of the Agile Education Program. To our trainers and the AEP community—you're an inspiration, and we are grateful for the journey we’re on together. Let’s keep pushing boundaries and igniting the change we want to see! #AgileEducation #AEPCommunity #AgileTrainers #AgileLeadership #RegisteredScrum Jeff Sutherland JJ Sutherland

🚨 Is Your Organizational Structure Causing More Harm Than Good? 🚨 Most leaders think tweaking the structure is enough to unlock performance. But what if your structure is the problem? A rigid, outdated system might be holding back innovation, collaboration, and your team's potential. With Scrum@Scale, structure isn't just about organizing people—it's about creating a living, adaptive system that evolves with your business to drive culture, creativity, and results. Ready to transform your organization’s culture with the right structure? Let’s talk! #Scrum #Structure #ScrumAtScale #AgileEducation

Scrum@Scale aims to streamline team coordination and boost delivery speed across complex environments. Has it made a significant difference in how your teams coordinate and deliver? Share your experience!

Delivering on time isn’t just about hitting deadlines—it’s about achieving alignment, minimizing dependencies, and driving real impact. But what’s the biggest challenge that teams face today? According to a recent poll, 55% of you said coordination across teams is your number one roadblock. Let’s break that down. When it comes to delivering high-quality products, we often focus on individual teams, but as teams scale, cross-team coordination becomes essential. Whether you're operating within Scrum or scaling up using frameworks like Scrum@Scale, effective delivery hinges on collaboration across teams, managing dependencies, and maintaining focus. That's just the beginning—technical debt, resource optimization, and maintaining consistent quality are also high on your list of challenges. Here’s what we can do: 👉 Tackle coordination head-on: In Scrum@Scale, using the Executive MetaScrum and Executive Action Teams ensures alignment across product priorities and execution. 👉 Manage technical debt smartly: Prioritizing debt alongside new features prevents slowing down your velocity over time. 👉 Optimize resources: The right mix of skills and capacity planning can improve throughput without stretching your team too thin. 👉 Maintain quality consistently: Build-in quality checks, automated testing, and in-sprint reviews. Let’s dive into how you can overcome these obstacles while delivering on time and staying aligned with business objectives. Which challenge resonates the most with you? #Scrum #ScrumAtScale #TeamCoordination #Delivery #AgileEducation

⏳ Only Days Left for the Scrum@Scale Summit! ⏳ 🎤 Meet Evelien Acun-Roos, an international keynote speaker and expert facilitator! At the Scrum@Scale Summit, she'll be sharing deep insights on how to elevate your facilitation skills and keep your teams personally engaged. Join her interactive session to explore the science behind effective communication, collaboration, and engagement. Whether it’s your daily scrum or executive meetings, this is your chance to become a more impactful facilitator! The countdown is on—don’t wait! Secure your spot now ➡️ ➡️ ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dxASyAJg   #ScrumatScaleSummit #ScrumatScale #BerlinSummit #AgileBerlin #Scrum #Agile

🎉 17,000 Followers and Growing! 🎉 A huge thank you to the 17,000 of you who have joined us on this journey! Your support, engagement, and passion for Agile ways of working continue to inspire us every day. Together, we’re advancing Agile practices, empowering teams, and building better organizations. We’re excited to keep sharing valuable insights, resources, and stories with you. Let’s continue learning and growing together! Celebrate with us and comment below on what you love about our community! Thank you for being part of this amazing community! 🙌 #AgileEducation #Scrum #ScrumAtScale

Struggling to prioritize work effectively? You're not alone. Every team faces unique challenges when it comes to balancing goals and focusing on what truly matters. What’s the biggest challenge your team faces when prioritizing the backlog? Share your thoughts and see how others are tackling the same issues. Let’s focus on what really matters! #AgileLeadership #BacklogPrioritization #AgileEducation

Thank you for your valuable input! Here’s what we’ve learned about the challenges of prioritization. A few weeks ago, we asked what makes backlog prioritization difficult for your organization. According to the poll results, 54% of you identified Unclear Organizational Goals as the top hurdle. 30% mentioned Inconsistent Communication, while Poor Decision-Making and Inadequate Tools also received notable votes. What does this tell us? 🔑 Unclear Organizational Goals – When goals aren't clearly defined, it’s impossible to align your backlog with what matters most. Teams can lose sight of the bigger picture, leading to confusion and inefficiency. 💬 Inconsistent Communication – Without open, transparent communication across teams, priorities can shift without notice, leaving everyone misaligned. 🤔 Poor Decision-Making – Making decisions based on unclear or incomplete information can derail prioritization efforts and cause wasted effort. 🛠️ Inadequate Tools – Tools that don’t support transparency or collaboration will make it harder for teams to prioritize effectively and adjust to changes. What’s Next? To help you overcome these challenges, we’ve put together a guide with 5 key tips to help you focus on what matters most, balance short- and long-term goals, and empower your team to commit to delivering high-value work. Check out the carousel for practical steps on how to master backlog prioritization, improve team alignment, and ensure every Sprint is driving value. #BacklogPrioritization #TeamAlignment #AgileEducation