Getting Started with Sprints

A Comprehensive Guide for Non-Engineering Teams

For many product and engineering teams, sprints are second nature. But what about teams outside of product? Are sprints worth exploring as a way to make progress across multiple work streams?

The Agile Sprint, a concept derived from project management methodologies, can be a powerful level-up for any team, as long as some tweaks are made to the standard Agile Sprint system.

A study from Broadcom — although focused on engineering teams — shows there are clear benefits to applying agile methods. A few key data points from the study:

• Agile teams are 60% more productive than teams that do not use agile sprints.
• Agile teams are 20% more likely to meet their deadlines.
• Agile teams are 15% more likely to deliver high-quality products.

From The Impact of Agile. Quantified

Whether you’re managing a product development team, or coordinating marketing initiatives, sprints offer a structured approach to breaking down complex projects into manageable tasks. They enable focus, foster swift progress, and instill an iterative mindset across your organization.