Scrum for Speed? 
You’ve Got It All Wrong!
Ever heard “We’re doing Scrum to go faster!”?
That’s a huge misconception. Scrum isn’t a magical productivity pill to supercharge your team.
Think about it: just going faster can lead to major screw-ups.
It’s like speeding down a road you’ve never been on. You’re more likely to crash!
We’re seeing the same thing with AI, it’s fast, but often the output is completely wrong.
We’re seeing the same thing with AI, it’s fast, but often the output is completely wrong.
That’s “cargo cult” Scrum: just doing the ceremonies (stand-ups, sprints, etc.) without understanding why.
What Scrum actually gives you:
A way to spot problems early Fast feedback so you can course-correct Better focus and teamwork Delivery of the right thingsHere’s a quick story: A sports coach once told me, “Before you run, you learn to walk.” It’s the same with Agile.
I had to slow down in my own gait therapy to learn how to walk properly. The result? I actually got to my destination faster.
The real goal isn’t just speed. It’s about being smart and adaptable. The next time you feel the pressure to “go faster,” ask yourself: “Faster than what?”
Maybe the answer isn’t a faster team, but a smoother system.