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What is a Scrum master? A key role for project success

CIO Business Intelligence

Scrum is a powerful framework for implementing agile processes in software development and other projects. This highly adopted framework utilizes short iterations of work, called sprints, and daily meetings, called scrums, to tackle discrete portions of a project in succession until the project is complete. What does a Scrum master do?

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CSM certification: Costs, requirements, and all you need to know

CIO Business Intelligence

The Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification , available through the Scrum Alliance , is an entry-level certification aimed at providing professionals with an awareness of the methodologies and values of Scrum, including team performance, accountability, and iterative progress.

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Agile Transformation Everywhere! - Winning over Stakeholders

Social, Agile and Transformation

Now there are books, frameworks, and tools to help agile product owners, scrum masters, and leads, including StarCIO Agile Planner, but there are limited resources for stakeholders. One of my favorite workshops that I do is called Agile for Stakeholders.

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Agile project management: Principles, benefits, tools, tips, and when to make the switch

CIO Business Intelligence

Popular agile methodologies Within agile there are some frequently used or popular methods , with Scrum, Kanban , and Lean being the most popular. Agile project management and Scrum Scrum is a powerful framework for implementing agile processes in software development and other projects.

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Agile vs. Waterfall: Which Should A CIO Choose?

The Accidental Successful CIO

This first step involves customers and key stakeholders working together to conceptualize, brainstorm, define, prioritize, resource, and budget a project, which is then approved and initiated. Agile requires a Scrum master who is experienced with sprints and who is not easily flustered due to the fast nature of iterations.

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What is a project manager? The lead role for project success

CIO Business Intelligence

They are accountable for the entire project scope , the project team and resources, the project budget, and the success or failure of the project. To succeed in their role, project managers must be adept at coordinating resources, managing budgets, measuring and tracking project progress, and communicating with team members and stakeholders.

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Project management: Tips, tools, best practices

CIO Business Intelligence

Each phase intersects with any of 10 knowledge areas, which include: integration, scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communication, risk procurement, and stakeholder management. Time management: Plan and develop schedules and activities, estimate resources and timelines. CSM: Certified Scrum Master.