Struggling to get real buy-in for agile at the executive level? You’re not alone. Too many agile transformations stall because senior leaders remain stuck in old ways of thinking while teams push for change. We need to break down why executive traction is the missing ingredient in enterprise agility and how to actually get it. In this blog I'll talk about how we can turn 'agile' from a buzzword to a business enabler.

You have been working on an agile team or maybe a Scrum Team. And every time someone refers to requirements, they mention about User Stories. So, now you have started to believe that User Stories are Requirements. But is that true?

Strategy is a disciplined way of diagnosing the problem that matters most, choosing an approach, and committing to a focused set of actions.

It may be tempting to push the team to deliver more by overloading the Sprint with extra work. But don’t do it! One of Scrum’s core values is focus, and that value exists for a reason. A team that focuses on delivering a reasonable amount of work will accomplish more than one that tries to take on everything at once.

Points are not for measuring individual performance. Points are for forecasting future delivery. We don't need to fake the data to make developers look better, because that's not what points are for.

PST Stanley Chatman created the AI Engagement Accelerator Kit to help real teams ship GenAI solutions faster

You’ve adopted Scrum. You’ve trained your teams. But still, something’s off. Scaling is slow. Results are inconsistent. That’s because you’re scaling the wrong thing. It’s not just about growing Scrum—it’s about re-centering your organisation around it. In a world where enterprise agility often disappoints, this article offers a bold perspective: the problem isn’t Scrum—it’s how we orient Scrum Teams within complex systems. Enter the 3D Reality Model: a visual, three-dimensional map that places Scrum Teams at the core of product-oriented transformation. The model provides a reference system with three strategic axes: Portfolio (Height): Vertical alignment with goals and governance. End-to-End Value (Width): Ownership across the full delivery cycle. Cross-Org Collaboration (Depth): Transparent engagement with surrounding teams and services.

In diesem Artikel warnt PST Simon Flossmann vor 5 Antipatterns, die erfolgreiche Retrospektiven verhindern

In this experiment, OpenAI’s new stealthy LLM Optimus Alpha demonstrated exceptional performance in team data analysis. It quickly identified key patterns in complex agile metrics and synthesized insights about technical debt, value creation, and team dynamics.

Many Scrum teams struggle not because the mechanics are wrong, but because the mindset isn’t there. Explore the beliefs and principles behind Scrum, and why they’re key to making it work.

Great facilitators don’t just “run” meetings. PST Sanjay Saini outlines how effective facilitators design experiences, ensure psychological safety, and amplify the collective intelligence of the group.

Discover why engineering-led GenAI projects often stall (like mobile/cloud before them) and how aligning AI with customer outcomes, integrating legal/security early, and solving real friction points drives deployable business impact. In other words - Product thinking for the win.

In diesem Artikel schreibt PST Simon Flossmann, die 10 Fehler mit Produkt-Zielen, die viele Scrum Teams machen (und ihren Erfolg torpedieren)

Die 15-minütige KI-gestützte Vorbereitung für Scrum Master und Agile Coaches zum Aufbau von Vertrauen

In a recent ProdPad webinar, I sat down with Janna Bastow for a fireside chat. This was an opportunity to explore how the principles of surfing can revolutionize product leadership and business agility. In this article, I share highlights of our conversation in order to offer a unique perspective offers product managers, owners, and leaders a fresh framework for navigating uncertainty and complexity in today's fast-paced market.

Master one of Scrum’s most critical (and misunderstood) concepts with PST Jason Malmstadt in this micro-training video. Alongside PST'S Robb Pieper and Greg Crown, Jason explains what the Definition of Done really means, how it differs from acceptance criteria, and why it’s key to delivering high-quality, releasable increments every Sprint.

Can you do 100% Scrum and SAFe at the same time? In this post, I explore that question through a real-life training story, highlighting the tradeoffs and tensions that surface when frameworks collide. The key takeaway: it’s less about purity and more about mindful, context-driven choices.

Unlock effective Scrum! Learn the distinct roles of accountability, responsibility & authority. Discover why empowering Product Owners, Developers and Scrum Masters with real decision-making authority is fundamental to self-management & value delivery. While often used interchangeably, accountability, responsibility and authority have distinct implications that are essential for effective teamwork and value delivery.

En este artículo, el PST Alex Ballarín explica como escribir buenos criterios de aceptación para entender y validar las historia de usuario.

Scrum.org ™ のProfessional Scrum Master I（PSM I）認定試験の日本語版が公開されました！

The 15-Minute AI-Enabled Prep for Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches to Build Trust

In diesem Artikel beschreibt PST Simon Flossmann 7 Eigenschaften erfolgreicher Scrum Master.

We are taught to chase certainty, but that leads to poor leadership. What we really need is to reorient ourselves towards clarity.

People often reach out to me — they're trying to decide whether to take a Scrum course or a Kanban course.

Frequent organizational restructuring disrupts careers, impacts morale, and affects business performance. Are leaders considering the human cost of constant change? Explore the effects of leadership transitions and restructuring in this insightful analysis.

Scrum is designed to help teams solve complex problems, but how do you determine if it’s actually working? Learn the key mistakes teams make when evaluating Scrum and how to measure its real impact before making changes.

PSTs Robert Pieper, Greg Crown, and Jason Malmstadt discuss why a clear product definition is key to success. They break down practical ideas to get it right, based on their real-world experience.

Ever felt like team conversations spin in circles? Mark cuts through the chaos, revealing the art of facilitation as a powerful tool for driving effective collaboration. Discover the four-phases—Context, Diverge, Converge, and Action—essential for guiding productive conversations and driving teams towards shared goals. Through practical techniques, you will be empowered to master facilitation and unlock the collective potential of your team.

The Product Owner role is evolving rapidly with the integration of artificial intelligence. As we move further into 2025, we're witnessing the emergence of AI-powered Product Owners who can deliver more value with less effort.

In diesem Artikel teilt PST Simon Flossmann 3 Wege, wie du Schulungen interaktiv starten kannst.

In the fast-paced world of leadership and career growth, the right guidance can make all the difference. But are you seeking coaching when you actually need mentoring—or vice versa? Coaching helps unlock your potential by guiding you to your own solutions, while mentoring provides wisdom and strategic advice from those who’ve walked the path before you. This article breaks down the key differences and real-world applications of both, helping you make informed decisions to accelerate your success. Whether you’re looking to grow as a leader or support others in their journey, understanding when to choose coaching or mentoring is the key to unlocking greatness.

Die Kosten für das Experimentieren sind gering, der potenzielle Karrierevorteil hingegen ist beträchtlich. Ein Grund, die generative KI in Agile zu verinnerlichen?

Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches, and others pushing for a more agile product organization often face apathy, resistance, or downright hostility from management. In this video, PSTs Jason Malmstadt, Robb Pieper, and Greg Crown break down why management often resists Scrum and share practical tips to tackle that pushback and make Agile stick.

Ever feel like your product organization is stuck in the mud... You’re not alone. Many teams start strong, laser-focused on delivering value and achieving product-market fit. But as success scales, things get messy.

What structure do the AI teams follow in Uber, Meta, or Spotify? I researched it and was able to find some articles and blogs from different people. This information may have changed, so please comment and provide references if you have access to the latest information. Happy reading!

This is a story about a former client. Early plans were to release a “Minimum Viable Experience” before year end. By late Spring, the Product Director described two “problems” and asked for my help: Release dates for the first publicly available version were slipping. And scope was expanding.

This podcast series aims to explore the latest market trends, introduce AI tools for Agile Teams, share AI tips and tricks, and raise awareness among Agile practitioners about AI's capabilities.

Some teams are obsessed with documenting everything. They create tickets for tracking time, logging meetings, or even planning how to plan. They think they’re being transparent. In reality, they’re just adding layers of clerical work that don’t actually help deliver value.

Implementing change in the workplace is one of the most crucial skills in your professional career. Regardless of your current position and industry, with high probability, your next big step in professional growth will be related to change. This article is worth reading if you want to be more effective in implementing change in the workplace.

In diesem Artikel erklärt PST Simon Flossmann welche 7 Fragen sich Scrum Master in den ersten 90 Tagen unbedingt stellen sollten.

The cost of experimentation is low; the potential career advantage, on the other hand, is substantial. A reason to embrace generative AI in Agile?

Over the years, I've noticed recurring challenges and red flags that can seriously limit Scrum's effectiveness. Spotting these symptoms early can mean the difference between Scrum thriving or turning into "mission impossible." In this blog post, I'll highlight the key pitfalls to watch out for.

Scrum Masters can sometimes fall into the trap of managing the process rather than coaching the team. While it might seem helpful to update tickets, close backlog items, or move tasks around, this kind of administrative work actually disempowers the team and takes the Scrum Master away from their real job: helping people grow, removing obstacles, and improving the adoption of Scrum.

Using velocity to measure the success of a Scrum team is like measuring a machine by a single cog in the wheel. The cog may be important, but it’s not the same as the value the machine produces.

New tools, frameworks, and best practices seem to appear every week—and many organizations adopt them without stepping back to ask a simple, but critical question: Does this support the way we compete? At the heart of good companies is a clear strategy—how you create value in the market. While there are many variations, most organizations compete along one of three fundamental value dimensions

How do you develop your company/operating model using product techniques? How do you use an Agile Product Operating Model to build your Agile Product Operating Model? Here's a somewhat concrete playbook bringing this thinking to life.

Implementing an AI transformation demands rethinking traditional organizational structures. Successful AI teams require autonomy, flexibility, iterative practices, and extensive cross-functional collaboration. This AI-driven organizational model balances strategic coherence, rapid experimentation, and continuous learning—setting the foundation for successful, scalable AI transformations.

Many teams struggle with Scrum—not because it doesn’t work, but because they modify it too soon. Before tweaking the framework, ask yourself: Have you truly tried Scrum as designed? Discover why ‘trying it as is’ matters and challenge your team to commit to five full Sprints before making changes.

Should all of the tasks be assigned in sprint planning and by whom?

Explore the relationship, differences and synergies between 3 Product-related buzzwords - Product-Led Growth, Product-Led Org, and Product Operating Model.