Disciplined Agile & SAFe
Disciplined Agile® (DA) and the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) are two popular, second-generation agile methodologies. They build on lean-agile thinking; and standard Scrum, Kanban, and […]
Author: Alan Zucker
Simple Rules for High-Performing Agile Teams
Servant leadership and self-organizing teams are foundational Agile characteristics. However, defining these principles is like explaining gravity to a child—clear, tangible descriptions are elusive. The […]
The Evolving Arc of Management
To successfully transform our organizations and adopt new ways of working, we need to understand how we got here. The study of management is a […]
Agile Beyond IT: Reinterpreting the Manifesto
Agile was initially conceived to deliver software projects more quickly. We have now learned to apply these principles and practices well beyond technology. Leading enterprises […]
Agile Beyond IT: Lean Thinking
Agile is a mindset described by a set of values and principles. It traces its roots to Lean, which is also foundational to other modern […]
Pick Your Battles Wisely
Conflict exists. It is a natural part of being human. It occurs at home and at work. We disagree. We have different perspectives and opinions. […]
Gantt 101: Building a Better Project Schedule
The Gantt Chart is the most widely used project scheduling tool. It visually depicts the project’s activities, when they will occur, and their interdependencies. When […]
Be Agile: Follow the Manifesto
Agile teams are described as “self-organizing” or “self-managing.” But what does that really mean? The terms are frequently used but not widely understood. For teams […]
Economics 101 for Project Managers
Economics is the social science that studies making choices subject to constraints. Project, program, and portfolio managers make economic decisions daily. We try to maximize […]
Better Project Communications
Excellent “soft skills” differentiate the great project managers. Since 90% of a project manager’s time is spent with others, it is no surprise that communications […]