Scrummenetelmää

Scrummenetelmää, often referred to as Scrum, is an agile framework for managing complex projects, particularly in software development. It is an iterative and incremental approach that emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and progress toward a clear goal. Scrum is not a rigid methodology but rather a lightweight framework that provides structure and guidance.

The core of Scrum revolves around fixed-length iterations called Sprints, which are typically one to four weeks long. During a Sprint, a cross-functional team works to deliver a potentially shippable product increment. Each Sprint begins with a Sprint Planning meeting where the team selects a set of backlog items to work on and defines how they will achieve the Sprint Goal.

Key roles within Scrum include the Product Owner, who represents the customer and is responsible for the product backlog; the Scrum Master, who facilitates the Scrum process and removes impediments; and the Development Team, a self-organizing group responsible for delivering the increment.

Daily Scrum meetings, also known as daily stand-ups, are brief, time-boxed meetings where the Development Team synchronizes activities and plans for the next 24 hours. At the end of each Sprint, a Sprint Review is held to inspect the increment and adapt the product backlog if needed. A Sprint Retrospective follows, where the team reflects on the Sprint and identifies improvements for the next one.

Scrum promotes transparency, inspection, and adaptation, allowing teams to respond effectively to change and deliver value iteratively. It is widely adopted across various industries for its ability to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.