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Coin toss exercise

On June 18, 2009 · 5 Comments · In Facilitation Exercises, Product Backlog

This is a variation of “Value Flow” exercise that Sanjeev Augustine did at Scrumgathering 2009 in Orlando. I found this exercise very useful to demonstrate the benefits of prioritization and lower batch sizes. I have facilitated a variation on this exercise with different learning objectives. Below is a detailed description of how I run [...]

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Recognizing Bottleneck's

On March 24, 2009 · 1 Comment · In Experience, Product Backlog, Uncategorized

The term “bottleneck” refers to a point where after the flow or velocity perceptively reduces. It is metaphorically derived from flow of water through a narrow mouthed bottle where the flow of water is constrained by its neck. For drinking purposes it is a good thing as it regulates the flow of water through the [...]

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Barber Shop – Product Backlog grooming

On October 20, 2008 · 2 Comments · In Product Backlog

Most of us have to pay a visit to the scissor man/lady every couple of months. Others who don’t have to or choose not to, I envy you. As a kid, my visits to the barber shop were scary ritual. The thought of someone using scissors, clippers and other sharp pointed tools a [...]

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