An interview with Agile Alliance Conference Chair Chris Murman on what’s happening at Agile 2025 and why you want to be there. During the conversation, we discuss ways this year's event is different from the previous ones, focusing on the importance of addressing real problems within the Agile community, the challenges faced by professionals in the field, and the evolving role of AI in Agile practices. We talk about the need for collaboration, innovation, and a proactive approach to shaping the future of Agile methodologies.

Bottom line - come to Agile 2025 to create, not just consume


Links from the interview
To learn more about Agile 2025 and register:
https://agilealliance.org/agile2025/

To contact Chris:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismurman/
Email: chrisdmurman@gmail.com


Links from the intro:
Mile High Agile 2025
https://www.agiledenver.org/mile-high-agile-2025/

Agile Coach Camp Worldwide
https://agilealliance.org/event/agile-coach-camp-worldwide-2025/

Reimagining Agile Event
https://agilealliance.org/event/reimagining-agility/

To watch the interview with Jurgen Appelo:
https://theagilenetwork.com/content/8f025d5e-e8d5-454b-97a3-18e47619b397

To learn more about the session Stuart and Dave are leading at Agile 2025:
https://events.agilealliance.org/agile2025/session/2841530/career-power-ups-surviving-through-uncertainty-and-change

To learn when Stuart and Dave's book No One Is Coming to Save You is available:
https://www.stuartyoung.uk/copy-of-human-skills-1

Agile 2025 Preview with Chris Murman

W ostatnich latach obserwujemy wyraźny trend na rynku, firmy coraz częściej odchodzą od ról czysto doradczych na rzecz ról bardziej sprawczych. Coraz więcej ogłoszeń o pracę (i stanowisk w firmach) dotyczy funkcji takich jak Delivery Manager. W odpowiedzi na te zmiany Kanban University przygotował nową ofertę szkoleń, wciąż skupionych na zarządzaniu pracą, ale skrojonych pod konkretne role operacyjne.

Czy mówimy tu o zupełnie nowych rolach, czy raczej o nowym podejściu do znanych już kompetencji? O tym rozmawiam z Ewą Miką, trenerką Metody Kanban i jednocześnie Delivery Managerką. Razem przyglądamy się, co kryje się za szkoleniami Flow Manager, Delivery Manager i Demand Manager i dla kogo są one przeznaczone.

Posłuchaj naszej rozmowy i dowiedz się więcej!
Wpis towarzyszący nagraniu: https://kanbanprzykawie.pl/index.php/2025/07/08/81-flow-manager-i-inne-nowe-role/

81. Flow Manager i inne nowe role

Jakich narzędzi, metod i miar powinniśmy stosować do zarządzania opcjami, czyli tym wszystkim, co mamy w backlogu? Przy okazji premiery książki "Upstream Kanban - tools for Demand Managers", zaprosiłem do podcastu Anię Radzikowską - autorkę kolejnej książki z serii Better with Kanban. Warto posłuchać, bo jest kilka ciekawych porad, a może skusicie się na całą lekturę. 


82. Narzędzia dla Demand Managera

In this conversation, Henry Poydar joins Dave on the podcast to discuss the innovative platform Steady, which aims to enhance team coordination and communication in the workplace. Henry shares his extensive background in engineering and web development, emphasizing the importance of context and intentions in project management. They explore the challenges of cross-team coordination, especially in the wake of the pandemic, and how Steady seeks to unburden teams from the coordination crisis. The discussion also highlights the concept of 'echoes' as a new way to provide contextual insights and the significance of celebrating individual contributions within teams. Overall, the conversation sheds light on the future of work and the role of technology in fostering collaboration and productivity.

Takeaways

- The importance of context in team coordination cannot be overstated.
- Intentions should be prioritized over commitments in project management.
- Writing down intentions serves as a forcing function for clarity.
- The pandemic has highlighted the need for better cross-team coordination.
- Steady aims to unburden teams from coordination challenges.
- The concept of a shared brain can enhance teamwork and communication.
- Echoes are a new way to provide contextual insights to team members.
- Nudges can help optimize workflows and improve productivity.
- Celebrating individual contributions is essential for team morale.


Chapters

04:22 Introduction to Steady and Henry's Background
07:25 The Evolution of Engineering and Design in Tech
10:17 The Importance of Context in Team Coordination
13:05 Intentions vs. Commitments in Project Management
16:08 The Role of Writing in Clarifying Intentions
18:55 The Impact of the Pandemic on Team Dynamics
22:07 Cross-Team Coordination Challenges
25:04 The Cost of Poor Coordination in Knowledge Work
27:54 Steady's Approach to Reducing Coordination Burden
30:58 Creating a Shared Brain for Teams
38:26 Contextualizing Team Dynamics
34:04 Empowering Autonomy in Project Management
39:50 Leveraging AI for Enhanced Collaboration
43:27 The Importance of Personal Recognition
46:00 Tailored Insights for Effective Decision Making
50:28 Vision for a Meaningful Work Environment

Contacting Henry:
 - Steady: https://runsteady.com/
 - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrypoydar/

Other Links from the Podcast:
 - Dave and Stuart’s Book: “No One Is Coming to Save You” www.stuartyoung.uk/copy-of-human-skills-1
 - AI Readiness for Professionals Course tinyurl.com/y79kassb
 - Dave’s Upcoming Scrum Certification Classes www.scrumalliance.org/courses-events…=14153&cnty=US

Revolutionizing Team Coordination with Steady featuring Henry Poydar

In “Agile Rebellion,” we challenge the modern, overly rigid application of agile frameworks, particularly Scrum, and call for a return to the original intent of agility: enabling flow, delivering value, and empowering teams. Drawing from a mix of personal philosophy and real-world conversations with seasoned developers, the piece critiques the performative rituals of story pointing and sprint planning that often hinder rather than help. Instead of clinging to frameworks as gospel, the blog advocates for flexibility, context-driven practices, and a renewed focus on removing blockers and supporting continuous delivery. It reinforces the timeless wisdom of the Agile Manifesto while urging practitioners to evolve their mindset and methods alongside the speed of software development. Ultimately, it is a rallying cry for Agilists to shed dogma, embrace adaptability, and lead with purpose, not process.

Agile_Rebellion__Why__Agile-as-We-Know-It__Needs_a_Rethink_for_True_Value_Delivery

Czas leci, a z nim zmieniają się narzędzia. Czas więc przyjrzeć się zmianom jakim uległo narzędzie znane wcześniej jako Jira Flow Companion, które opisywałem w odcinku 50. Kanbanu przy kawie. Czy nadal warto go używać? Czy warto zapłacić za wersję Professional, a może istnieją pewne hacki?

83. Scope 360 czyli nowe stare narzędzie do miar w Jirze

In this engaging conversation, Johanna Rothman takes over Dave Prior's podcast to discuss the journey of writing their new book with Stu Young. They explore themes of self-responsibility, emotional intelligence, and the importance of visual thinking in navigating complexity. The authors share their personal experiences and insights on collaboration, the writing process, and the necessity of embracing change in both personal and professional lives. They emphasize the significance of authenticity and continuous improvement as key elements in achieving success and fulfillment.

Takeaways
	•	The book was inspired by a drunken conversation on a ship.
	•	Self-responsibility is crucial; no one will save you.
	•	Emotional intelligence is a key skill for success.
	•	Personal Kanban helps in organizing tasks effectively.
	•	PDSA (Plan, Do, Study, Adjust) is essential for personal growth.
	•	Visual thinking aids in problem-solving and idea generation.
	•	Careers are not linear; adaptability is vital.
	•	Change is inevitable; embrace it rather than resist.
	•	Collaboration enhances the writing process and creativity.
	•	Authenticity and imperfection are strengths, not weaknesses.

Links from the Interview:
Johanna Rothman
Web: http://www.jrothman.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannarothman/

Stuart Young
Web: https://www.stuartyoung.uk/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-young-vis/

Dave Prior
Web: https://linktr.ee/mrsungo
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrsungo/
Newsletter Sign Up: https://tinyurl.com/3f5aevts

No One Is Coming to Save You 
https://leanpub.com/surfthechaos

The Agile Network September Event (24 hours) - Expert's Showcase
Begins 9/7 at 8 AM Eastern
https://theagilenetwork.com/group/cca3b7ef-4fb3-42a7-8f97-59ab04a7b2e5/profile

Lean Coffee with Dave, Anu Smalley, Bob Galen, and Angela Johnson
9/7 at 2 PM Eastern
https://theagilenetwork.com/event/6ba65f21-fef8-4f48-8fb5-9b769c1b1b96/ROUND_TABLE

Lean DC - Agile Meetup - No One is Coming to Save You 
10/8 at 12 PM Eastern
https://www.meetup.com/dc-lean-agile/events/310850331/?eventOrigin=group_events_list

Chapters
02:28 The Backstory of the Book
08:02 The Book's Premise: No One is Coming to Save You
13:59 Emotional Intelligence and Self-Awareness
17:24 Understanding PDSA vs. PDCA
18:41 The Importance of Self-Reflection
20:06 Getting Your Shit Together: Personal Kanban and PDSA
20:37 Visual Thinking in Agile Coaching
24:35 Navigating Non-Linear Career Paths
26:22 Embracing Change in Careers
32:251 Collaborative Writing and Finishing Projects
37:45 Dealing with Change and Relationships
41:12 The Value of Time and Self-Awareness

Johanna Rothman DPM Take Over - No One Is Coming to Save You

Clair Meij’s “The Agile Anti-Framework: Crafting Your Own Path to Value” challenges teams to stop blindly following prescriptive Agile frameworks and start intentionally designing ways of working that serve their unique needs. She highlights the importance of deeply understanding the “why” behind practices like refinement and Definition of Ready, rather than treating them as mandatory rituals. Clair argues that preparation is not anti-agile, it’s the foundation that allows teams to pivot faster, unblock flow, and deliver real value. Drawing from her experience with high-performing teams, she shows how proactive planning, collaboration, and clear alignment lead to faster, more resilient delivery. The post is both a call to rebellion and a guide to building a more meaningful, adaptable, and value-focused software delivery lifecycle.

The Agile Anti-Framework - Creafting Your Own Path To Value

These sources provide a comprehensive overview of the adoption of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum and Kanban, within the heavily regulated pharmaceutical industry for processes like R&D, clinical trials, and statistical programming. Several documents address the challenges of moving from traditional Waterfall models to iterative Agile approaches, noting that while Agile frameworks were designed for software development, their core principle of empiricism—driving decisions based on experience, inspection, and adaptation—is beneficial for improving efficiency, predictability, and collaboration in complex pharma projects. The texts also explain key Agile concepts, such as the Product Owner accountability and the importance of cross-functional teams, while providing examples of companies like AstraZeneca successfully using frameworks like SAFe to scale Agile practices and achieve substantial financial and quality improvements despite regulatory constraints. Finally, the sources discuss adapting Agile artifacts, like the Product Backlog, to suit GxP environments and emphasize that successful implementation requires significant cultural change and continuous support.

Agile and Scrum in Pharma_ A Comprehensive Guide

In this episode, Ricardo questions whether Agile is still sufficient in the face of the speed of artificial intelligence. Created in 2001, the Agile Manifesto introduced short iterations and continuous learning to address the unpredictability of software development. However, today, tools become obsolete in days, raising questions about the relevance of 2- to 4-week cycles or a quarterly backlog. Vargas doesn't criticize Agile—on the contrary, he recognizes its essential role for organizations in dealing with volatility. The point is to reflect on how to apply it intelligently in the face of the rapidity of AI: smaller microcycles? More discipline? An "Agile 2.0" that includes governance, ethics, and social responsibility? The challenge is adapting to the current intensity of change.

Listen to the podcast to learn more


Is Agile Still Enough in the Face of AI’s Speed?

Neste episódio, Ricardo questiona se o Ágil ainda é suficiente diante da velocidade da inteligência artificial. Criado em 2001, o Manifesto Ágil trouxe interações curtas e aprendizado contínuo para enfrentar a imprevisibilidade do desenvolvimento de software. Porém, hoje, ferramentas tornam-se obsoletas em dias, levantando dúvidas sobre a relevância de ciclos de 2 a 4 semanas ou de um backlog trimestral. Vargas não critica o Ágil — ao contrário, reconhece seu papel essencial para organizações lidarem com volatilidade. O ponto é refletir sobre como aplicá-lo de forma inteligente frente à rapidez da IA: microciclos menores? Mais disciplina? Um “Ágil 2.0” que inclua governança, ética e responsabilidade social? O desafio é adaptar-se à intensidade atual das mudanças.

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Agile ainda é suficiente frente à velocidade da IA?

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Crédito de la imagen:  Mike Hammer, Assured and Agile, 2023

HyperAgile una red de comunidades ágiles

Znacie Michaela Scotta z The Office? Zapytany jak osiąga rewelacyjne wyniki odpowiadał “Somehow I Manage”. To śmieszne w serialu ale w życiu oznacza często że ogarniamy pracę… jakoś. Cudem. Nadludzkim, niepotrzebnym wysiłkiem. Z myślą o tym przygotowałem odcinek i prostą wizualizację, która może pomoże Ci, albo komuś w Twoim otoczeniu ogarnąć pracę jaką mamy do wykonania. Bez buzzwordów, bez wodotrysków.

 
Zapraszam Cię na stronę podcastu gdzie znajdziesz prostą grafikę towarzyszącą temu odcinkowi.

Trzymam kciuki za ogarnięcie pracy 🙂

84. Ogarnij pracę z Kanbanem

Dear listeners and followers,

This time we welcome Bristol based DJ Agile. Blasting through an hour of dark driving Drum & Bass, Agile brings some much needed relief with a mix of deep, minimal and techy rollers. Infused with dark tones and frenetic energy, Agile's curation is certainly on point as he weaves together a cohesive journey with some of the top artists in the game: Sekty, Serpnt, Sustance, Drumslave & Hiraeth... We hope you enjoy your listening.

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TransFrequency Podcast 087 - Agile (free download)

(Verse 1)
Abracadabra, alakazam!
We’re the Web Wizards, yes we am!
Got our user stories, points in a row,
Ready, set, `git commit`, and go!

(Chorus)
We’re the Web Wizards, fast and smart!
Turning coffee into coding art.
From the backlog, to "In Progress,"
We’ll ship this feature, oh my yes!
(Verse -up time! Quick, what’s the plan?
I’m working on this, pass the kanban!
No blockers here, no bugs in sight,
We’ll make this code so clean and bright!

(Chorus)
We’re the Web Wizards, fast and smart!
Turning coffee into coding art.
From the backlog, to "In Progress,"
We’ll ship this feature, oh my yes!

(Bridge)
Sprint by sprint, we cast our spells,
Making pixels work so well.
PO is happy, Scrum Master’s proud,
Let’s demo our magic to the crowd!

(Verse 3)
Now it’s retro, what did we learn?
Give a high-five, take your turn.
We’ll make our magic even better,
The bestest team in any header!

(Chorus)
We’re the Web Wizards, fast and smart!
Turning coffee into coding art.
From the backlog, to "In Progress,"
We shipped that feature, oh my yes!

(Outro)
Wizard hats off, another sprint done!
Go team wizards, we're number one!

Web Wizards Anthem

Co może przydać się, gdy dwa zespoły Project Managerów (PM) łączą się w jeden? Na pewno przyda się zbudowanie tożsamości jednego zespołu, ale pozostaje jeszcze kwestia unaocznienia i organizacja tego, nad czym pracujemy samodzielnie, oraz wspólnie. Jak? Kanbanem. Julia Korczak, Agile Coach z Orange Polska, opowiada historię zastosowania elementów Metody Kanban właśnie w kontekście dwóch zespołów, które przechodzą od nazwania po imieniu tego, co nie działa do zbudowania wspólnego obrazu pracy i ucieczki od spotkaniozy. Zapraszamy!

85. Kanban w organizacji pracy PM-ów -- Julia Korczak

secret weapon

W tym odcinku bierzemy na warsztat kolejne narzędzie z ekosystemu Atlassiana – Great Gadgets. To dodatek do Jiry (Data Center i Cloud), który pozwala budować rozbudowane dashboardy z metrykami przepływu, a następnie udostępniać je zespołom, także np. na Confluence.

Opowiadam:
- dla kogo jest Great Gadgets i w jakich organizacjach ma największy sens,
- jak wygląda model licencjonowania i dlaczego cena z Marketplace’u nie zawsze jest tą, którą realnie płacicie,
- jak konfigurować gadżety na dashboardach (źródła danych: board, filtr, JQL),
- jak korzystać z histogramu czasów realizacji i percentyli (50, 85, 95) zamiast średniej,
- co daje Work in Progress Aging Chart (WIP Aging) przy śledzeniu starzenia się pracy w toku,
- jak mierzyć tempo dostarczania (throughput / Kanban Velocity),
- jak czytać Time in Status i gdzie „kiszą się” zadania,
- jak wyglądają CFD, WIP Run Chart oraz trend/cycle time (scatterplot) w Great Gadgets.

Jeśli wolisz widzieć niż tylko słuchać, zajrzyj na:
kanbanprzykawie.pl – we wpisie do tego odcinka znajdziesz screenshoty omawianych gadżetów,

YouTube – kanał „Kanban przy Kawie” – tam w kilka dni po premierze audio również wersja wideo z wizualizacjami.

Na koniec proszę Cię o podpowiedź: jakie kolejne narzędzia chcesz, żebym wziął na warsztat? Komercyjne dodatki? A może coś budowanego samodzielnie? Daj znać w komentarzu lub wiadomości na LinkedIn.

86. Great Gadgets - wykresy i dashboardy w JIRA DC i Cloud

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I am an experienced leader in global operations, project management, business transformation, and crisis management. My main focus is implementing innovative global initiatives, capital projects, and product development. I have directed dozens of projects across industries and continents, managing more than $20 billion in global initiatives over the past 25 years.

I am a seasoned board member who has participated in the Brazilian Institute of Corporate Governance (IBGC) board member program. I was the first Latin American to become chairman of the board of the Project Management Institute globally, where I served for four years. I am also a member of the advisory board of Yera, an Estonian startup dedicated to improving employee performance and engagement through technology and artificial intelligence.

I share my expertise with millions of professionals around the globe through my "5 Minutes Podcast," which I have hosted since 2007 and has reached 12 million views. I've written 16 books on project management, risk and crisis management, and transformation, which have been translated into six languages and sold over half a million copies.

I am a seasoned speaker and have delivered over 250 keynote addresses in 40 countries. My influence on the sector was affirmed when I became the first Latin American to be elected Chairman of the Project Management Institute.

My work as a venture capitalist and entrepreneur in artificial intelligence, blockchain, big data, chatbots, and machine learning resulted in tools and products that have revolutionized how users bring agility and agile management into project management software.

More than two decades ago, I founded Macrosolutions, a global consulting firm with international operations in energy, infrastructure, IT, oil, and finance.

Between 2016 and 2020, I envisioned and led the Brightline Initiative, a Project Management Institute think tank in partnership with leading organizations dedicated to helping executives bridge the expensive, unproductive gap between strategy design and delivery.

Before Brightline, I was Director of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Infrastructure and Project Management Group, leading over 1,000 projects and $1.2 billion in humanitarian and development projects. I was also responsible for the first ESG Report in the UN System, published in 2015.

I have a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, and a master's degree in Industrial Engineering.

DRUM & BASS TOGETHER

TransFrequency Recordings is a multimedia platform focusing on Drum & Bass through a combination of different content forms such as audio release, podcast, text, publishing, graphic design, video, entertainment and creative business ideas. The platform offers a service for data streaming and transmission between artists and listeners wherever and whenever it is needed. 

Our aim is to explore, promote and develop the global cultural relevance of Drum & Bass by supporting artists, DJ's, producers and visionaries with funding, online visibility and accessibility. 

To this day, we have helped many producers and artists all over the world to effectively communicate their art to wider audiences by offering them an inclusive, permissive and free thinking platform which is a great vehicle for successful outcomes.

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A podcast about Agile and Project Management

Riscoprire la bellezza locale e aprire spazi umani potenziati dall'arte per ricollegare la conversazione tra natura e cultura, tra individuo e collettivo. L'obiettivo è permettere all'arte e alla vita di fiorire, potenziate dalla tecnologia, ma mai governate da e

Retro music is where it's at! Making chip-tunes for the world to enjoy.

Podcast poświęcony wszystkiemu co związane z Kanbanem w pracy intelektualnej, twórczej, IT. Prowadzi Radek Orszewski - praktyk, coach i trener Metody Kanban.

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