Scrum is an effective and flexible method of developing software as a team. With a multidisciplinary team, you work in short "sprints" of two or three weeks to develop a specific piece of software. From idea or concept to a fully developed solution including documentation. This offers advantages for the software developer that also benefit the customer:
1.Increased productivity
The scrum method involves working in a multidisciplinary, self-managing team. Everyone is actively involved in planning and distributing tasks and identifying any obstacles. The goal is to achieve the best result through collaboration (as a team). The knowledge required for software development is already present in the team, making the team completely self-managing and self-sufficient.
2.Increased flexibility
Scrum development offers flexibility in software development. Priorities are continuously set regarding the work to be done in a sprint. If important issues arise, they do not have to remain unresolved for months but can be included in the next sprint. And what is delivered after a sprint is not satisfactory, then there is immediately the possibility to adjust or adapt this in the next sprint.
3.A working product in a short time
The result of a two- to three-week sprint is a product that is completely ready to use. The software is tested, fully functional and delivered including documentation. So immediately usable. No waiting months for a release or new version, but having the solution you need quickly.
4.Clear understanding of project progress
Scrum development is all about pursuing concrete goals. The goals are set jointly with the customer for each sprint. As a result, everyone has the same goals, making it possible to strive for the same thing together. The scrum team also discusses the day's work and the state of affairs on a daily basis and provides feedback to the customer.
5.Develop only that which is necessary
With scrum, you develop only what is actually needed. Each sprint is evaluated by the team as well as together with the customer. This allows for feedback and adjustment in the development. Ultimately, this leads to the end result being a product that exactly meets the requirements and expectations.
Thijs Hensbroek is Application Developer at Dysel, creating software solutions that support customers in achieving their goals.
