Scrum Implementation in a Remote Working Environment: a Case Study of ProofHQ
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Management - Year 2014, Vol 13, Issue 4
Abstract
Background. Recently the Scrum method has been gaining increasing popularity, especially in IT projects. At the same time, many companies are turning their attention towards remote work.Research aims. The paper analyses problems concerning the use of Scrum in conjunction with telework. It gives background on both the Scrum method and the characteristics of a remote working environment.Method. The work presents a case study of ProofHQ, a company that runs a software development project with Scrum in a remote setup.Key findings. The research shows that appropriate policies and procedures devised with telework in mind can enable the Scrum method to be successfully implemented in a remote working environment.
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Magdalena Zoła
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