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Learn how to optimize sprint team configurations for maximum efficiency and collaboration. Discover the limitations of three- and four-person teams and explore the innovative Sprint Buddy method for improved results.
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“Solo” Sprinter’s Guide Tuesday, 15th January 2019
Classic Sprint Team 4-7 people: • Decision Maker (MD/CEO, PO etc)
Classic Sprint Team 4-7 people: • Decision Maker (MD/CEO, PO etc) • Facilitator
Classic Sprint Team 4-7 people: • Decision Maker (MD/CEO, PO etc) • Facilitator • Designer (or “Prototypist”)
Classic Sprint Team 4-7 people: • Decision Maker (MD/CEO, PO etc) • Facilitator • Designer (or “Prototypist”) • Customer Representative
Classic Sprint Team 4-7 people: • Decision Maker (MD/CEO, PO etc) • Facilitator • Designer (or “Prototypist”) • Customer Representative • Cynic
TSF.tech core team MD Head of Projects Head of Design
TSF.tech core team MD Head of Projects Head of Design Technology Intern
TSF.tech core team CTO MD Head of Engineering Head of Projects Head of Design Technology Intern v2
Friend Startup Teams Family Friend Co-Founder Co-Founder Family
Friend Startup Teams Co-Founder Co-Founder Family Friend Employee #1 Family
Startup Teams Founder
Startup Teams Founder
Design Sprint 1.0 Jake Knapp / GV
150+ sprints http://www.gv.com/portfolio/
Sprint Team Configuration attempt #1
Sprint Team Head of Design Founder Startup TSF.tech Head of Projects
Sprint Team Head of Design Founder Startup TSF.tech Head of Projects
Why a three-person team doesn’t work Sprint Team • A lot of work for 3 people • Long tail, especially with one designer/facilitator • Lack of diversity in ideas and opinions • N.B. the cynic
Sprint Team Configuration attempt #2
Friend Family User Investor Board member Sprint Buddy
Sprint Team Head of Design Founder Startup TSF.tech Head of Projects Sprint Buddy
Sprint Team Head of Design Founder Startup TSF.tech Head of Projects Sprint Buddy
Sprint Team ! Head of Design Founder Startup TSF.tech Head of Projects Sprint Buddy
Limitations of a four-person Sprint team • Burnout (facilitating and designing) • Prototype fidelity • Sprint buddy availability
Limitations of a four-person Sprint team • Burnout • Dedicated designer/prototyper • Prototype fidelity • PRACTICE! • Sprint buddy availability • Different buddy every day
Pass the Baton Sprint Buddy Method
Sprint Team Sprint Buddy #1 Sprint Buddy #2 Startup Sprint Buddy #3
Monday Head of Design Founder Startup TSF.tech Head of Projects Sprint Buddy #1
Tuesday Head of Design Founder Startup TSF.tech Head of Projects Sprint Buddy #2
Wednesday Head of Design Founder Startup TSF.tech Head of Projects Sprint Buddy #3