{"id":20782,"date":"2022-12-02T11:39:39","date_gmt":"2022-12-02T10:39:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/?p=20782"},"modified":"2023-03-23T13:07:17","modified_gmt":"2023-03-23T12:07:17","slug":"what-is-scrum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/what-is-scrum\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Scrum? A Simple Guide for Product Managers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As anyone in the field will tell you, <a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/what-is-product-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">product management can be highly rewarding<\/a>. But to fully unlock its potential, you need to understand some basics.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This often includes the Scrum project management framework. Specifically targeted at software product development, Scrum helps teams work together to create high-quality products.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, to successfully implement Scrum, product managers need to understand what it is, how it works, and why it\u2019s beneficial. This introductory guide covers everything you need to know if you want to use Scrum as a product manager. Using plain language to keep things simple, we\u2019ll explore the following topics:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"#what-is-scrum\">What is Scrum?<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><a href=\"#a-brief-history-of-scrum\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A brief history of Scrum<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><a href=\"#scrum-pillars\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scrum pillars<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><a href=\"#scrum-principles\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scrum principles<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><a href=\"#scrum-core-values\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scrum core values<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"#what-is-scrum-used-for\">What is Scrum used for?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"#a-quick-guide-to-scrum-terms\">A quick guide to Scrum terms<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"#scrum-vs-agile\">Scrum vs Agile<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"#how-product-manager-work-with-scrum\">How product managers work with Scrum<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready for a high-level introduction to Scrum? Then let\u2019s jump in.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-scrum\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. What is Scrum?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scrum is a software development framework that emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and iterative progress. But how exactly does it work?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a nutshell, the Scrum methodology involves short bursts of work, known as sprints. Each sprint focuses on specific goals as one step in a larger project. A sprint typically lasts for about two weeks (give or take) and at the end of each sprint, teams jointly <a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/sprint-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">review their progress<\/a> to identify and iron out any problems before progressing to the next sprint.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This process is repeated on a new set of objectives, steadily pushing the project\u2019s progress forward.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scrum is useful because it helps teams work together more efficiently to create high-quality products. Naturally, this is important in a world where product development teams are under increasing pressure to deliver faster and more efficiently, enabling them to stay ahead of the competition.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"a-brief-history-of-scrum\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A brief history of Scrum<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ever wondered why it\u2019s called Scrum? There are many acronyms in product management.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, Scrum is not one of them. The term was coined in a 1986 paper called<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/1986\/01\/the-new-new-product-development-game\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe New New Product Development Game\u201d<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The paper described a new way of developing products, with the name inspired by the scrum formation in the game of rugby.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The paper\u2019s authors proposed that businesses could improve their product development processes by adopting a similar team-based approach. Since then, Scrum has been widely adopted by software development teams.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, it\u2019s one of the most popular software and product management methodologies ever created and is used by countless organizations around the world, from small businesses to large enterprises.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"scrum-pillars\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scrum pillars<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Three core pillars underpin the Scrum methodology: transparency, inspection, and adaptation. We can apply these to all Scrum projects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24001\" src=\"http:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_pillars_chart.png\" alt=\"A graphic showing the the three pillars of Scrum: transparency, inspection, and adaptation.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_pillars_chart.png 1920w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_pillars_chart-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_pillars_chart-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_pillars_chart-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_pillars_chart-1536x864.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Transparency<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> means every step of the process must be open to inspection and visible to everyone involved. It&#8217;s an equitable process\u2014leave no-one out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Inspection<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> means team members must regularly inspect the product, the process, and their overall progress to identify improvement areas. It should create a culture where everyone is open to sharing honest feedback.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Adaptation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> means teams must be willing to adapt their processes or products to address problems identified during the inspection. Scrum is not the place for close-mindedness or resistance to new approaches! Innovation is at its core.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"scrum-principles\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scrum principles<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On top of these, there are six key principles for Scrum. Let&#8217;s briefly go over them:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24003\" src=\"http:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_principles.png\" alt=\"A graphic of the six scrum principles.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_principles.png 1920w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_principles-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_principles-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_principles-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_principles-1536x864.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>1. Empirical process control<\/h4>\n<p>The easiest way to define it is by stating its opposite, which is defined process control. This is where before a project begins, everything is planned for and understood. The <a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/agile-vs-waterfall\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waterfall method of planning<\/a> is closely built on this.<\/p>\n<p>Empirical process control, on the other hand, is expecting the unexpected. Agile and lean methods are based on this Scrum methodology.<\/p>\n<p>This principle is supported by the three scrum pillars we discussed earlier. Without any of the three, there&#8217;s no way it can flourish.<\/p>\n<h4>2. Self-organization<\/h4>\n<p>Because <a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/what-is-a-scrum-team\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">a scrum team involves so many different stakeholders and individuals<\/a>, being able to organize yourself independently is key to a project&#8217;s success.<\/p>\n<p>Once again, ensuring that the scrum pillar of transparency is put into effect is central to effective self-organization, so that everyone knows where everyone stands. It also aids with being able to judge the amount of input each individual is making to the team and project.<\/p>\n<h4>3. Collaboration<\/h4>\n<p>Sure it&#8217;s of the more obvious Scrum principles out there considering how many roles are involved, but it shouldn&#8217;t be understated.<\/p>\n<p>In Scrum, collaboration is based off three key dimensions: awareness, articulation, and appropriation.<\/p>\n<h4>4. Value-based prioritization<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/prioritization-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Prioritization is vital to a product manager<\/a>. As the name suggests, this involves organizing tasks based on which brings the maximum business value, at the beginning as well as throughout the duration of the project.<\/p>\n<p>This is why prioritization frameworks, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/how-to-use-wsjf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Weighted Shortest Job First (WSJF),<\/a> are a key part of agile product management and Scrum.<\/p>\n<h4>5. Time-boxing<\/h4>\n<p>Key to the project&#8217;s productive nature is making sure that time-wasting is at a minimum. The best way to do that is to allot a certain amount of time for different sections of the project and keep track of them.<\/p>\n<p>This is why in Scrum, time is divided up into sprints. These are typically two-week boxes of time in which to accomplish tasks or a project. Drilling down, sprints themselves are divided up into measured time boxes, with sprint planning meetings and daily stand-ups also having strict running times.<\/p>\n<h4>6. Iterative development<\/h4>\n<p>Because Scrum is an ongoing process (one sprint follows another), there are many opportunities to tweak and fine-tune it throughout the course of a project.<\/p>\n<p>This ritual repetition and optimization means that the overall product is constantly being improved as well.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"scrum-core-values\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scrum core values<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to Scrum\u2019s core pillars and its practical principles, it also adopts five broader guiding values.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s vital that everyone taking part in the Scrum process engages with and exhibits these values for the project to be a success.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24004\" src=\"http:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_core_values.png\" alt=\"A graphic showing the 5 Scrum core values: Commitment, Focus, Openness, Respect, and Courage.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_core_values.png 1920w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_core_values-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_core_values-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_core_values-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Scrum_core_values-1536x864.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, what are Scrum&#8217;s core values? In short, they are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commitment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Openness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Respect<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Courage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though more loosely defined, these values are arguably even more fundamental to Scrum\u2019s ethos than its principles. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A successful approach involves living these values to promote a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and open-mindedness, all of which are vital for the methodology to be successful. Stick \u2018em on a Post-It over your desk!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-scrum-used-for\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. What is Scrum used for?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this post explores what is Scrum\u2019s applications in product management, it can be used for a wide array of software projects. It\u2019s not even limited to software development. It can be used for any complex, innovative scope of work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website design and development<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Software application development<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marketing campaigns<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Large construction projects<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, Scrum is well suited to complex or unpredictable projects where traditional or project management methods may be less effective.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"a-quick-guide-to-scrum-terms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. A quick guide to Scrum terms<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with any project management methodology, Scrum uses several unique terms that product managers need to learn. Here are some key ones to know:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Sprints:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A period of time (usually 2-4 weeks) during which a team works on delivering a defined set of objectives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Artifacts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The information a scrum team uses to detail the product and the required actions to develop it. Examples include the sprint backlog, the product backlog, and increments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Increments:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The deliverable\/s that results from a sprint.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Sprint backlog:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A list of tasks that need to be completed during a sprint.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Product backlog:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A list of all the tasks that need to be completed to finish the overall project.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/burndown-charts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Burndown chart<\/a>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A working report that displays the remaining work that needs to be completed during a sprint.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Ceremonies:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Regular meetings during a Scrum project that ensure the team is on the same page. Examples include standups and retrospectives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Standups:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Daily meetings where team members discuss what they have done, what they are working on, and any obstacles they face.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Retrospectives:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Meetings at the end of a sprint, where the team discusses what went well and what could be improved. Learn more about them in our <a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/sprint-retrospective\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">full guide to sprint retrospectives<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Scrum master:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The person responsible for leading the Scrum team and facilitating the overall process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a more detailed list,<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scrum.org\/resources\/scrum-glossary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">check out the official Scrum glossary<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"scrum-vs-agile\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Scrum vs Agile<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re exploring Scrum, you might have also stumbled across the term &#8220;Agile.&#8221; <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While Scrum and Agile are sometimes used interchangeably, they&#8217;re not quite the same thing. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agile describes a broad project management approach that emphasises flexibility, while Scrum is just one framework for implementing an Agile approach. In other words, <strong>Scrum is a tool for achieving the goals of Agile.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main difference between the two is that Scrum is prescriptive, while Agile is principles-based. Scrum lays out specific roles, responsibilities, and processes for delivering a successful project. Agile, meanwhile, provides a set of customizable guidelines that can be adapted to fit the needs of a particular project or framework.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you\u2019re wondering whether you should use Scrum or Agile for your next project, the answer is not quite that simple. If you need a defined process to follow, Scrum is a good option. But other Agile project management methodologies exist, too. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your needs, some of these might be a better fit. Some examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/kanban-vs-scrum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kanban<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.agilealliance.org\/glossary\/xp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extreme Programming (XP)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Feature-driven_development#:~:text=Feature%2Ddriven%20development%20(FDD),practices%20into%20a%20cohesive%20whole.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">feature-driven development (FDD)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deciding which approach is suitable requires a discussion with your stakeholders and developers. Ultimately, the goal is to find a process that works for everyone while also helping to deliver a successful product.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-21146\" src=\"http:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/product-managers-need-to-get-to-grips-with-sprint-processes.jpeg\" alt=\"A product manager stands in her home office looking at her laptop studying Scrum processes.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"683\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/product-managers-need-to-get-to-grips-with-sprint-processes.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/product-managers-need-to-get-to-grips-with-sprint-processes-300x171.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/product-managers-need-to-get-to-grips-with-sprint-processes-1024x583.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/product-managers-need-to-get-to-grips-with-sprint-processes-768x437.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-product-manager-work-with-scrum\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 . How product managers work with Scrum<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Product managers play a key role in Scrum projects. For instance, they are responsible for ensuring that the product backlog is up to date and that the team is working on the most pressing tasks. They also need to communicate regularly with wider stakeholders to ensure everyone is on the same page.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During sprints, product managers should also attend standups and retrospectives, be on hand to answer questions and provide clarification on any issues that arise. Meanwhile, outside of sprints, product managers are in charge of tracking the overall progress of a project to ensure it\u2019s on track to meet stakeholders\u2019 expectations. They\u2019ll also need to be prepared to adapt the product backlog as new information or issues arise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall, product managers need to be proactive and have a good understanding of the product being developed, as well as the Scrum process itself. This helps them make decisions quickly when required.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s the difference between a product manager and a Scrum Master?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might wonder what the difference is between a product manager and a Scrum Master. The main one is that the former\u2019s responsibility is the product, while the latter\u2019s main responsibility is overseeing the Scrum process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>You can learn much more about what they do in our <a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/what-is-a-scrum-master\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">complete Scrum Master guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, these roles aren\u2019t always clearly defined, and there is plenty of crossover. However, the product manager will likely have a clearer vision of the product and its market, while the Scrum Master will facilitate the process itself. Needless to say, both roles work closely together to achieve their shared goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Wrap-up<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So there we have it\u2014a product manager\u2019s quick guide to what is Scrum! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we\u2019ve covered in this post, Scrum is one of several popular Agile frameworks used to manage software development projects. Based on a set of defined roles, responsibilities, and processes, its main advantage is that it helps keep projects on track by ensuring everyone is aware of their roles and responsibilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luckily, it&#8217;s a straightforward methodology to learn. And once you\u2019ve mastered the basics, it can be extremely effective for managing product development cycles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to learn more about product management? Then check out this<\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/short-courses\/become-a-product-manager\/\"> free 5-day product management short course<\/a>,<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or read the following guides:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/product-management-process\/\">What Is the Product Management Process? The 7 Stages Explained<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/product-manager-skills\/\">What Skills Does a Product Manager Need?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/product-management\/minimum-viable-product\/\">What does MVP Mean? A Guide for Product Managers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You hear all about it, but what is Scrum? 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