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Introducing Complexity and When to Use Scrum

by Derek Davidson

Scrum isn’t always the right approach. Sometimes, you may do better using other approaches such as project management, kanban, lean, or agility. This course will teach you how to recognize those situations where Scrum is the right approach.

What you'll learn

When you understand Scrum, it’s easy to think that all problems can be addressed using Scrum. But this isn’t always the case. In this course, Understanding Complexity and When to Use Scrum, you’ll learn to identify what constitutes complex problems. First, you’ll explore what is meant by the word complexity. Next, you’ll discover two different approaches for making sense of complexity. Finally, you’ll learn how to apply leadership in complex environments and relate complexity to leadership styles. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of understanding complexity needed to know when to apply Scrum effectively.

Table of contents

Course Overview
1min
An Introduction to Complex Problems
8mins
The Stacey Matrix
6mins
Cynefin
6mins
The Scrum Master and Leadership
8mins
Relating Complexity to Management Style
5mins
Summary of Understanding Complexity
3mins

About the author

Derek is a Professional Scrum Trainer with Scrum.org, the organization created by Scrum co-creator, Ken Schwaber.

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