Simon Reindl

Simon Reindl, author and agile expert, joins Martin Hinshelwood, an experienced agile coach, to discuss common misconceptions in agile practices, particularly around Scrum. They highlight the disillusionment with constantly changing methodologies and the importance of focusing on core principles. The guests also address the need for standardization in agile language and emphasize the necessity of a governing body to improve certification and competency in the industry. They advocate for empowering product managers and fostering an innovative culture within organizations.

Mirko Kleiner, President of the Lean Agile Procurement Alliance and author of Lean Agile Procurement, joins Simon Reindl, a Professional Scrum Trainer and consultant, to tackle the integration of procurement in Agile practices. They discuss the clash between traditional procurement and Agile’s iterative nature, advocating for early engagement and transparency among teams. Highlighting the benefits of goal-oriented contracts and cross-functional collaboration, they provide insights on transforming procurement processes for better agility and improved outcomes.