Scrum stands for agile collaboration with structure. But what does this mean in concrete terms in everyday project work? The answer lies in the so-called Scrum events. They form the communicative backbone of the framework - and ensure that teams work in a focused manner, communicate transparently and make continuous progress.
In this article, you will find out what Scrum events there are, what purpose they serve and why they are far more than just meetings.
Why Scrum events are important
In dynamic projects, it is crucial that everyone involved comes together regularly to share information, identify obstacles and focus on common goals. Scrum events create a clear rhythm and fixed structures without interrupting the agile flow.
Each event has a clear objective, a defined duration and a fixed group of participants. This ensures that teams work efficiently and independently - with regular feedback loops and a high degree of transparency.
The five Scrum events at a glance
- Sprint
The sprint is the heart of Scrum: a fixed period of time (e.g. two weeks) in which a functional product increment is created. The aim is to continuously deliver value. - Sprint planning
At the start of each sprint, the team plans together with the product owner what is to be implemented and how it is to be achieved. The sprint goal is defined and the sprint backlog is created. Daily Scrum (Daily Stand-up)
Short daily team meeting (15 minutes) to discuss the current status:- What has been done since yesterday?
- What's on the agenda today?
- Are there any obstacles?
The Daily promotes personal responsibility, coordination and the rapid exchange of knowledge.
- Sprint review
At the end of the sprint, the team presents the resulting product increment. Stakeholders provide feedback, the product owner decides on acceptance - and the product backlog is adjusted. - Sprint Retrospective
This event serves to continuously improve collaboration. The team reflects on what went well, what could go better - and agrees on specific measures for the next sprint.
More than meetings: Scrum events create clarity
Scrum events are not appointments for the sake of appointments. They give the team structure, security and flexibility at the same time. The regular formats create a natural rhythm in the project that makes progress visible and enables early adjustments.
For managers and organizations, this means: less flying blind, more controllability - even with agile approaches.
Scrum events in interaction with PRINCE2 Agile
In hybrid project landscapes in which Scrum teams are combined with classic project management, Scrum events retain their full value. PRINCE2 Agile provides for operational work in the team to be carried out according to Scrum - within a clear project and governance framework.
This means that while project managers focus on phases, the business case and control, the Scrum events keep the operational heart of the project in motion.
Previously published
Would you like to find out how PRINCE2 Agile works as a framework and structures agility? Then read the article:
Agile leadership with PRINCE2 Agile V2: New impetus for hybrid project landscapes
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