Cover Story Game

Cover Story is an exercise in visioning. The purpose is to think expansively around an ideal future state for the organization.This game is worth playing because it not only encourages people to “think big,” but also actually plants the seeds for a future that perhaps wasn’t possible before the game was played.

Transparency -Scrum Boards Example

Many times I find myself looking for board’s example to show new scrum teams. We also understand that each team board is very unique and reflects the specific team needs, personas, product and workflow. There are so many ways to design a scrum board (even if it’s not by the book or taking a bit from Kanban and other methodologies). So I have collected few common examples that I usually use as an example I come to implement and coach for scrum.

Visual Thinking With Mind-Map Apps

Mind Maps are diagrams containing a central idea with branches for related topics.  There are a million and one uses for mind mapping. So if you need to solve a problem, study for a big exam,  brainstorm, plan the next big thing, one of these Mind Mapping Apps may be just what you need.

Lean Manufacturing - 5(6)S Visual Management

The 5S System is a visual management system designed to create a visual workplace using a series of activities designed to improve workplace organization and standardization. It helps  reduce waste and optimize the workflow. The 5S  are based on the English translation of five Japanese words. The benefits of 5S begin almost immediately visible.

Agile -Visualize Agile Project

Why and how to visualize an agile project?

Agile Friendly Workspace - The Physical Environment.

What an Agile office space may look like? It should allow for collaboration and real time information sharing; Support the team mindset and framework; creating a space where work can get done...

Visual thinking - What is it?

Visual thinking, also called visual learning, is a proven method of organizing ideas graphically - with concept maps, mind maps and webs. Scientifically based research demonstrates that visual learning techniques improve memory, organization, critical thinking and planning.