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Applying Flow Metrics for Scrum

Learn to use flow metrics like WIP, cycle time, and throughput in Scrum to improve team efficiency, planning, forecasting, and workflow with practical data-driven tools.

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Applying Flow Metrics for Scrum

Course Code: AFMS

Overview

This course provides a practical, hands-on exploration of flow metrics within the Scrum framework, enabling participants to optimize team efficiency and project outcomes through data-driven practices.

Target Audience

  • Scrum Masters
  • Product Owners
  • Development Team Members
  • Agile Coaches
  • Leaders and Managers
  • Scrum Enthusiasts
  • Anyone interested in data-driven Scrum practices

Learning Outcomes

  1. Understand Core Flow Metrics: Explain and apply key flow metrics including Work in Progress (WIP), Work Item Age, Cycle Time, and Throughput within Scrum.
  2. Integrate Metrics into Scrum Events: Use flow metrics to enhance Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective.
  3. Utilize Analytical Tools: Apply tools such as Cumulative Flow Diagrams, Scatterplots, and Monte Carlo simulations for data analysis and decision-making.
  4. Initiate Flow Metrics in Teams: Identify essential data, collect and interpret metrics, and implement improvements in Scrum practices.
  5. Enhance Planning and Forecasting: Leverage metrics for precise Sprint Planning and effective daily forecasting.
  6. Track Progress and Drive Improvement: Monitor progress towards deliverables and identify opportunities for measurable team improvement.
  7. Refine Product Backlog Items: Apply techniques to optimize workflow efficiency through effective backlog refinement.

Course Topics

  • Flow Metrics: WIP, Cycle Time, Work Item Age, Throughput
  • Application of Metrics to Scrum Events
  • Analytical Tools: Cumulative Flow Diagrams, Scatterplots, Monte Carlo Simulations
  • Data Collection and Interpretation in Scrum
  • Forecasting and Progress Tracking
  • Product Backlog Refinement

Delivery Format

  • Traditional (instructor-led, interactive sessions)

Proficiency Level

  • Intermediate

Course Length

  • 1 day

Trainer/Designer

  • Martin Hinshelwood

Vendor

  • ProKanban.org

Prerequisites

  • No specific prerequisites; a basic understanding of Scrum and Agile practices is beneficial.

Certification

  • Not specified

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