What Lego for Scrum is about

This hands-on workshop uses LEGO® bricks as a powerful metaphor for Scrum methodology, allowing participants to experience agile principles in a fun, tangible environment. Through collaborative building challenges, teams will practice key Scrum concepts including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives while constructing increasingly complex LEGO® structures. Participants will form small teams and navigate through multiple building sprints, each introducing new Scrum elements and challenges. The workshop balances structured activities with reflection periods, allowing teams to internalize concepts through direct experience.

Learning Objectives

• Understand Agile and Scrum Fundamentals: Gain a solid grasp of Agile values and Scrum roles, events, and artifacts.​

• Experience Iterative Development: Participate in multiple sprints to appreciate the benefits of incremental delivery and continuous feedback.​

• Enhance Team Collaboration: Work closely with team members to improve communication, coordination, and collective problem-solving skills.​

• Navigate Scaled Scrum Dynamics: Learn to coordinate efforts across multiple teams, ensuring alignment and integration of work.​

• Reflect and Adapt: Engage in retrospectives to identify areas for improvement and implement actionable changes.

Workshop Format

• Duration: One 4-Hour In Person Learning Lab.​

• Structure: A blend of theoretical sessions (20%) and interactive, hands-on LEGO® building exercises (80%).

Activities:

• Team Formation: Organize into cross-functional teams, assigning Scrum roles to participants.​

• Scenario-Based Projects: Tackle challenges such as building a city, or a colony on Mars using LEGO bricks.​

• Sprint Cycles: Conduct sprint planning, execution, reviews, and retrospectives to simulate real-world Scrum processes.​

• Scaled Collaboration: Coordinate between teams to manage dependencies and integrate work effectively.

Who Should Attend

• Teams New to Agile: Ideal for groups seeking an introductory, practical experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.​

• Scrum Practitioners: Individuals aiming to reinforce their understanding of Scrum through experiential learning.​

• Project Managers, Leaders, Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches, Delivery Managers: Professionals looking to enhance team dynamics and project outcomes using Agile practices.​

• Organizations Exploring Agile Adoption: Companies considering Agile transformation and interested in assessing its suitability through simulation

This workshop not only imparts essential Agile knowledge but also serves as a dynamic team-building activity, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. By constructing and iterating on LEGO projects, participants will leave with practical insights and skills applicable to their professional roles.