Skip to main content
MD
Request
Articles4 posts

Agile & Process articles

Practical perspectives on Agile & Process for founders, technology leaders, and engineering teams.

AllAgile & ProcessAIArchitectureEngineering LeadershipEngineering MetricsFractional CTOSupport & SRE
Chart comparing volatile sprint velocity without preparation against steady predictable velocity from refinement and planning
FeaturedApril 24, 2025

The One Sprint Habit That Separates High-Performing Teams From the Rest

Steady delivery in Scrum doesn’t come from working harder—it comes from smarter sprint prep. Discover how proper refinement and planning can stabilize your team’s velocity.

MD
Mikael Danielian
Read article →
More Articles
Circular loop graphic representing Scrum as a timeboxed, iterative framework driven by feedback
December 28, 2024 / Mikael Danielian

Mastering Scrum: A Practical Guide to Starting and Succeeding

Scrum is an agile framework that helps teams manage complex projects efficiently through collaboration, timeboxing, and continuous improvement. This article explains how to get started, key ceremonies, advantages over other frameworks, and actionable tips to enhance team performance.
Infographic of enterprise agility resting on the five SAFe pillars: alignment, quality, transparency, execution, and improvement
December 28, 2024 / Mikael Danielian

Unlocking Enterprise Agility with SAFe: A Leader’s Perspective

Explore the essentials of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and how it drives enterprise agility. Learn from a real-world case study and discover three practical tips for a successful rollout—executive support, targeted training, and incremental adoption.
Three-lane road diagram of the situations where Kanban beats Scrum: fresh projects, support teams, and tracking big milestones
November 14, 2024 / Mikael Danielian

Switching Lanes: 3 Cases Where Kanban Outshines Scrum

I often face the challenge of deciding between Scrum and Kanban for my teams. Let’s talk about how I make that choice. It might help you figure out what’s best for your upcoming project.