Exploring the Implement Phase of a Scrum Project
Posted bySCRUMstudy® on September 30, 2022
Categories Agile Product Backlog Product Development Project Delivery Scrum Scrum Guide Scrum Processes
A Scrum project often goes through a number of phases. Five phases, composed of nineteen processes, are suggested in A Guide to the Scrum Body of Knowledge (SBOK). After the Plan and Estimate phase comes the Implement phase.
This phase includes three processes related to the execution of tasks and activities—creating various deliverables, conducting Daily Standup Meetings, refining the Product Backlog at regular intervals—to create a project’s product. It is important to note that the processes are not necessarily performed sequentially or separately. At times, it may be more appropriate to combine some processes, depending on the specific requirements of each project.
Create Deliverables
In this process, the Scrum Team works on the tasks in the Sprint Backlog to create Sprint Deliverables. A Scrumboard is often used to track the work and activities being carried out. Issues or problems being faced by the Scrum Team should be updated in an Impediment Log.
Conduct Daily Standup
In this process, everyday a highly focused, Time-boxed meeting, referred to as the Daily Standup Meeting, is conducted. This is the forum for the Scrum Team to update each other on their individual progress and any impediments they may be facing.
Refine Prioritized Product Backlog
In this process, the Prioritized Product Backlog is continuously updated and maintained. A Prioritized Product Backlog Review Meeting is held, in which any changes or updates to the backlog are discussed and incorporated into the Prioritized Product Backlog as appropriate.
Following the three processes of the Implement phase will guide effective execution of the project at hand. Remember that the processes do not need to be performed sequentially or separately. They can be adjusted to complement the specific requirements of each project. Before leaving the Implement phase, however, it is imperative to follow the blueprints of earlier phases to produce quality deliverables.