In this episode, Chris Murman, Mike Caddell, and Andy Cleff dive into the idea of "organizational debt." They compare it to technical debt (as well as financial debt) and discuss how it's essential to recognize and tackle inefficiencies, outdated processes, and cultural issues in organizations. They chat about potential signs of this debt, like slow decision-making and lack of role clarity. They stress the need for relevant metrics and creating a culture where people can freely talk about these issues. They close with a call for the agile community to explore ways to better identify, measure, and address organizational debt to enhance organizational adaptability and innovation.  Video Version: Read More On "Organizational Debt" About the Agile Uprising If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on. It really helps others find us.  If you’d like to join the discussion and share your stories,  please jump into the fray at our  We at the Agile Uprising are committed to being totally free.  However, if you’d like to contribute and help us defray hosting and production costs we do have a .  Who knows, you might even get some surprises in the mail!

In this @agileuprising panel episode, Prateek Singh @singhpr, Andy Cleff @justsitthere, Ben Rodilitz BenRodilitz, and Colleen Johnson @scrumhive chat about applying #agile thinking to earned value management. #EVM, a project management technique used in measuring performance, progress, and risk, relies on calculations based on detailed and accurate upfront planning. The coexistence of Agile (which is dynamic by design) and EVM requires a tailored approach. Could abandoning deterministic #estimates combined with #probabilistic #forecasting - think Monte Carlo Simulations - be the key to success? If you'd like to see a video version: Links About the Agile Uprising If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us.  If you’d like to join the discussion and share your stories,  please jump into the fray at our  We at the Agile Uprising are committed to being totally free.  However, if you’d like to contribute and help us defray hosting and production costs we do have a .  Who knows, you might even get some surprises in the mail!

Chris Murman and Andy Cleff have a fireside chat about the principle of simplicity: the art of maximizing the amount of work not done.   Should you do more of doing less?   Video version: Topics include: Uncover the Truth about Simplicity and Agile The Power of Standardization Simplifying Complex Product Development Eliminating Waste in Methods & Frameworks Boosting Creativity and Collaboration Simplified UX: The Secret Behind Google's Aesthetic and Effective Designs! Unleashing Organizational Balance Unlocking Success: The Key to Faster Results thru Simplicity The Power of Doing Less: DevOps and Automation Revolutionize Work Escape the Busy Life: Finding time for simple pleasures in a fast-paced world Simplifying Your Approach for Transformation The Root Causes of Complexity and Chaos in Organizations Simplifying Interactions for Optimal Scaling If you'd like video version, check out About the Agile Uprising If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us.  Much thanks to the artist  from  who provided us our outro music free-of-charge!  If you like what you heard,     to find more music you might enjoy! If you’d like to join the discussion and share your stories,  please jump into the fray at our  We at the Agile Uprising are committed to being totally free.  However, if you’d like to contribute and help us defray hosting and production costs we do have a .  Who knows, you might even get some surprises in the mail!

Chris Murman, Andrew Leff, and Jay Hrcsko discuss the challenges and opportunities in Agile transformations, the concept of "big T" and "little t" transformations, starting Agile transformations at the team level, frustrations with metrics, dimensions of agility, and inviting Steve Denning as a guest on the show. An entertaining and informative episode!

FROM THE ARCHIVES: This week we're re-running one of our most popular episosdes, where Troy and Jay discuss how to use the Twelve Agile Principles as metrics for your agile delivery and transformation.  Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us.  Much thanks to the artist  from  who provided us our outro music free-of-charge!  If you like what you heard,     to find more music you might enjoy! If you’d like to join the discussion and share your stories,  please jump into the fray at our  We at the Agile Uprising are committed to being totally free.  However, if you’d like to contribute and help us defray hosting and production costs we do have a .  Who knows, you might even get some surprises in the mail!

was held recently in two locations for the first time ever. The main event was located in Orlando, Florida while a smaller but just as valuable hub was in Edinburgh, Scotland. Board member got together attendees from both locations to discuss their experiences. spoke and attended in Orlando, while attended her very first agile conference ever in Edinburgh. The trio discussed how the logistics worked between the two locations, how the event felt, and what stood out most from the week: Many don't understand what it takes to put on the event, and what it means to the Agile Alliance every year. Murman shared some of the logistics of the event having spent a year planning it. The family feel of both locations created a great environment for connection. Finding the right session is sometimes more difficult than it seems. Managing your energy over the week can also be a challenge for the introvert in us. Finally, there's so much more that people still don't realize happens at the main location every year. Regardless of the social media discussion around location, the Agile Alliance does everything it can to create a welcoming space for like-minded people to further their agile journies together. Hopefully you can catch up on some of the content. Videos for each of the keynotes are . If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us.  Much thanks to the artist  from  who provided us our outro music free-of-charge!  If you like what you heard,     to find more music you might enjoy! If you’d like to join the discussion and share your stories,  please jump into the fray at our  We at the Agile Uprising are committed to being totally free.  However, if you’d like to contribute and help us defray hosting and production costs we do have a .  Who knows, you might even get some surprises in the mail!

Dan Vacanti, a co-creator of Kanban and author of "Actionable Agile Metrics for Predictability," dives deep into the principles of agile metrics. He elucidates the practical application of flow metrics to enhance team productivity and demystifies Little's Law, highlighting its role in analyzing past performance rather than predicting the future. The conversation emphasizes the importance of work in progress limits and optimizing workflow through data-driven strategies, making Kanban more accessible and effective across various contexts.

This week we discuss the recent blog post by David Heinemeier Hansson titled "Manage process before people."  While that sounds completely INSANE as a gut reaction...is he onto something?  Tune in and find out! Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us.  Much thanks to the artist  from  who provided us our outro music free-of-charge!  If you like what you heard,     to find more music you might enjoy! If you’d like to join the discussion and share your stories,  please jump into the fray at our  We at the Agile Uprising are committed to being totally free.  However, if you’d like to contribute and help us defray hosting and production costs we do have a .  Who knows, you might even get some surprises in the mail!

This week we continue our deep-dive into the annals of history to discuss another often-maligned paper, Winston Royce's "Managing the Development of Large Software Systems" a.k.a. -"the birthplace of waterfall"...but it is really?  How much of what is attributed to Royce is WRONG? And how much did he really get RIGHT that is sadly ignored? Listen in and find out! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us.  Much thanks to the artist  from  who provided us our outro music free-of-charge!  If you like what you heard,     to find more music you might enjoy! If you’d like to join the discussion and share your stories,  please jump into the fray at our  We at the Agile Uprising are committed to being totally free.  However, if you’d like to contribute and help us defray hosting and production costs we do have a .  Who knows, you might even get some surprises in the mail!

In this week's episode, Troy Lightfoot and Prateek Singh from ProKanban.org discuss techniques used in other industries used to help people save lives, and money, and even develop artificial intelligence. They cover what can be used in planning for product development to bring more accurate forecasts with a real understanding of risk to help companies make better decisions on a continuous basis.  Links: ProKanban.org   If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us.  Much thanks to the artist  from  who provided us our outro music free-of-charge!  If you like what you heard,     to find more music you might enjoy! If you’d like to join the discussion and share your stories,  please jump into the fray at our  We at the Agile Uprising are committed to being totally free.  However, if you’d like to contribute and help us defray hosting and production costs we do have a .  Who knows, you might even get some surprises in the mail!