Best Practices

Best Practices

How To Claim PDUs for a CSM or Other Artisan Agility Event

You can PDUs for Artisan Agility Training Events where there is a clear connection to project management. PDUs can be claimed as follows (please understand that PMI® frequently changes the process and my instructions may be wrong in minor ways): Log in to PMI.org. You need to log in to the PMI website

By |2023-09-28T13:58:59-07:00September 28th, 2023|Categories: Best Practices|Tags: |

How to switch to a career in Scrum

Here are some steps you can consider to break into Scrum without IT or coding skills: Understand Scrum Fundamentals: Start by gaining a solid understanding of the Scrum framework, its roles, artifacts, and ceremonies. Plenty of online resources, articles, and videos offer comprehensive introductions to Scrum (https://artisanagility.com) Explore Transferable Skills: While coding skills

By |2023-08-09T12:29:32-07:00August 9th, 2023|Categories: Best Practices|

Why Did We Build Sierra Agility?

You might be wondering, why did we build Sierra Agility? Imagine being in the heart of a bustling software development team. The pressure to deliver quality products faster than ever is immense. But the processes in place often lead to confusion, inefficiencies, and missed deadlines. We've been there, felt the frustration, and realized that there had to be a better way. That's why we created Sierra Agility – a solution that combines cutting-edge technology with decades of experience to empower teams like yours. With Sierra Agility, we're not just transforming how you manage backlogs and sprints; we're revolutionizing how teams collaborate, innovate, and succeed. Join us as we explore the 'why' behind Sierra Agility and embark on a journey to agile excellence. Stay tuned for more insights on how Sierra Agility can redefine your development process and help you achieve remarkable results. Remember, the future of software development starts here.

By |2023-08-14T08:02:56-07:00August 3rd, 2023|Categories: Best Practices, News, Sierra Agility|

Tools Don’t Self Manage – Teams Do

For Scrum teams to be their most effective, they need to be truly self-managing and must take the initiative to define their ground rules and processes. Tools should not be used to force the team into a tool-supported process; rather, tools should be used to support the team's processes. Teams that have successfully

By |2023-06-22T13:26:32-07:00June 22nd, 2023|Categories: Best Practices|

Building Better Teams: How Effective Communication Can Improve Your Agility

Effective communication is a cornerstone of any successful team but is especially critical in a Scrum team. By improving communication and collaboration among team members, you can achieve better outcomes and build a more cohesive and productive team. This post will discuss the importance of effective communication in Scrum methodology and share tips and best practices to help you build better teams.

By |2023-06-27T08:42:14-07:00May 10th, 2023|Categories: Best Practices|

Revolutionize Your Agile Workflow with Sierra Agility

Sierra Agility is a powerful tool for teams looking to become more agile and efficient. By catching common errors in process and action and advising teams on correcting them, Sierra Agility ensures that your team is operating at its full potential. With features like team size recommendations, defined Scrum Masters and Product Owners, and sprint and product goal tracking, Sierra Agility takes the guesswork out of agile project management. Learn more about how Sierra Agility can help your team achieve its goals and become more successful by visiting sierraagility.net.

By |2023-08-03T11:34:56-07:00May 5th, 2023|Categories: Best Practices, News, Sierra Agility|

Get Yourself a Coach!

Think about the times when you've felt completely lost at work. Maybe you're in a new role and don't know where to start. Maybe you're stuck on a project and can't seem to find a way out. Or maybe you're just feeling burnt out and need some motivation. In these moments, having a regular coach can make all the difference.

By |2023-02-03T07:08:07-08:00February 22nd, 2023|Categories: Best Practices, Coaching, Leadership|