User Story Acceptance Criteria
User stories are a critical element of the agile software development process. But they’re so different from traditional software requirement documents that many Scrum teams struggle to get them right.
Scrum Product Owner Roles and Responsibilities
Depending on how you look at it, the product owner on a Scrum team wields all the power… or next to none of it.
5 Simple Steps for Building Software
Don’t get me wrong…building software is hard work. Especially good software that customers are willing to pay for. But the development process can be pretty straightforward. Simple, even.
Using Business Goals to Keep Development on Track
Transcript I talk to a lot of people who struggle with getting the value out of their development teams that they expect, especially when they move to an [...]
A Beginner’s Guide to Custom Software Development Options
If you have an idea for a software development project, but don't know how to code or how to even begin with the process, here are some steps you can take to make your vision a reality.
Writing User Stories: It’s Not as Difficult as You Think
Years ago I would spend weeks on end writing highly detailed software requirements specifications. They were works of art. The only problem? No one ever read them.
How to Increase ROI by Working with a Software Development Partner
There are three types of problems a development partner would be a great fit for: new ideas, new technology, responding to customers. Here's what Dave has to say about working with software development partners.
Why Using Scrum Leads to High Performance Teams
Since Scrum's introduction in 1993, it has revolutionized the way that organizations operate. Scrum teams are self-motivated to produce consistent results that they are proud of.
Daily Scrum Practices to Rock Your Next Sprint
Properly running daily Scrum ceremonies are vital to your sprint's success. Here are some best practices you should follow for your next sprint.
Agile Leadership: The Best Course To Plot For A Changing Marketplace
Find me on: LinkedIn Twitter As seen on Forbes.com Business leaders need a system that can carry ideas through change. Change is a definite, but progress is not. Companies [...]
The Product Backlog: Your Compass for Shifting Business Priorities
Learn how managing your product backlog can improve your business's performance and allow for more flexibility when there is a change of priorities.
The Agile Way: Trust Your Talent
Agile is about empowering the team to quickly deliver new, quality products and services to the market.