Category: Agile Mishaps

Explore the undeniable value of Agile methodologies despite the pitfalls highlighted in our series on Agile mishaps. In this final blog post, I share transformative success stories from my career since 2006, illustrating how Agile remains the best approach for companies aiming to thrive in a globalised and complex world. Discover how a tailored Agile strategy, coupled with the right guidance, can lead to substantial business success and innovation.

In this blog post, I delve into the complexities and challenges of the Agile certification market, reflecting on my own experiences as both a Certified Scrum Trainer and a critic. From the democratisation of skill validation in societies where education is a luxury, to the pitfalls of commoditisation and “home made” certifications, I explore how what started as a well-intentioned system has often strayed from its roots. Despite these issues, I argue that when issued by credible organisations, certifications still hold significant value as markers of genuine skill and knowledge. Join me in unpacking the “Certification Circus” and discovering the true worth of Agile certifications.

You might need to be over fifty to truly relate, but Agile and disco have more in common than you might think. Discover insights into the similarities between these two phenomena.