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Scrum Application Workshop (SAW)

The Scrum Application Workshop (SAW) is a hands-on, 1-day session designed to help organizations bridge the gap between Scrum theory and practical application. Whether your team is new to Scrum or looking to refine practices, SAW provides actionable insights tailored to your organization’s needs.

SAW = Customer Input + Guided Discovery + Theme-Type

How the SAW Works: Before, During, and After

Before: Preparing for Success

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  • Customer Input: We gather key data from your team—backlogs, writing samples, and organizational structures.
  • Select Your Theme-type: Choose a focus area like Backlog Management, Scaling Scrum, or Business Value & ROI to align the workshop agenda with your business objectives.
  • Workshop Setup: We design customized activities, aligning them with your input to ensure a focused, impactful session.

During: A Hands-on 1-Day Workshop

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  • Who Participates?
    A small group (6-8 participants) of stakeholders, team leads, ScrumMasters, and Product Owners works closely with a 3Back expert facilitator.
  • Tailored Focus: The workshop involves activities such as:
    • Backlog refinement and sprint setup
    • Writing and estimating user stories
    • Clarifying Scrum roles and responsibilities
    • Creating the Definition of Done and Acceptance Criteria
    • Strengthening communication channels between ScrumMasters, Product Owners, and stakeholders

Each activity is designed to align with the selected Theme-type and your team’s specific challenges.

After: Action Steps and Key Points

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  • Findings Report: We provide a detailed report summarizing key insights, next steps, and Agile Pathway® milestones to guide your continued Scrum journey.
  • Debrief with Stakeholders: A follow-up session ensures alignment and clarity on the steps required for implementation success.

Why Choose SAW?

SAW helps you apply Scrum effectively in your environment, empowering your team to:

  • Develop a backlog of actionable items to drive your Scrum transition.
  • Build stronger alignment between team roles and leadership.
  • Gain confidence and clear direction to sustain continuous improvements.

The SAW ensures your team can move from learning to doing—quickly and effectively.

Who Should Attend?

  • ScrumMasters and Product Owners (or those preparing for these roles)
  • Team Leads, Managers, and Key Stakeholders
  • Development team members responsible for driving Scrum forward

Key SAW Outcomes

By the end of the workshop, your team will have:

  • A refined backlog and actionable steps to guide your Scrum implementation.
  • Alignment on roles, responsibilities, and priorities.
  • A clear path forward with actionable recommendations and milestones for success.

Transform your Scrum practices with real-world solutions. The SAW will provide your team with the confidence and tools to tackle challenges, deliver value, and achieve sustainable success.

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