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What is Agile?

It is a global movement that is changing business. Started in software development in 2001 and today it is impossible to imagine business without it. Agile literally means agile, flexible and nimble. An Agile organization represents a way of thinking, organizing and working. It ensures that organizations respond quickly and effectively to changes in the market. Customer satisfaction is paramount. And of course with an eye on the well-being of team members and attractive business results.

In this article, we discuss the following topics:

  • What does Agile working mean?
  • Benefits of Agile working
  • What is Agile coaching?

What does Agile working mean?

It’s all about the right mindset. There is a substantial difference between thinking Agile and being Agile. It’s not necessarily about the wonderful methods, but about really being Agile through-and-through. Many large organizations would like to become more agile, agile and flexible. It usually starts with jettisoning the tools below:

  • Pre-defined plans;
  • Control through contracts and agreements;
  • Work descriptions and specific processes.

This is really the opposite of being Agile. Being agile is letting go, getting out of the firm cramps of control.

Advantages

The benefits are endorsed by many companies, organizations, institutions and leading executives, think of:

  • Adaptability to changeable market
  • Increased team productivity
  • Accelerated ‘time to market ‘
  • Engagement and collaboration
  • Open communication

but of course also…

  • Faster ROI (Return On Investment).
  • Customer Feedback
  • Reduction of possible risks
  • Improved customer satisfaction
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What is Agile coaching?

Agile coaching helps teams apply it in the organization or everyday work. It requires a specific change in behavior. And that is often not realized overnight.

An Agile Coach from Scrum Academy spends time with your Scrum team and raises awareness of how Agile helps the team achieve optimal and memorable results. In terms of responsibilities, coaching focuses on the following aspects:

  • Coach teams in achieving results through ownership;
  • Coordinating synergy between different teams;
  • Coaching employees in roles such as Scrum Master or Product Owner;
  • Selecting and using tools tailored to your specific situation;
  • Support teams and individual members to perform optimally through coaching.

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