Using 'Critical Uncertainties' to Quickly Respond to Future Challenges

Scrum is a framework that thrives on complexity. This could be complexity related to software development, product development, or something else in which there is more unknown than known. By working empirically, the unknown is discovered by building small increments in an iterative rhythm, continuously validating assumptions about what to build and how to build it.

This complexity should also be taken into account when defining the strategies  --  the sequence of steps - - we follow to be successful. Although everyone agrees that it's difficult (impossible?) to predict the future, strategies are commonly defined in a way that ignores this reality.

Instead of offering multiple scenarios as options, only one scenario is described in tremendous detail. When a different unexpected future unfolds, panic kicks in and the chaos starts...

This is where the Liberating Structure "Critical Uncertainties" proves it's value. It helps to develop strategies for dealing with a range of plausible yet unpredictable futures. It enables groups to quickly test the viability of current strategies and build their capacity to respond quickly to future challenges.

Critical Uncertainties is a powerful Liberating Structure helping groups develop strategies for dealing with plausible yet unpredictable futures. Strategy-making is an essential part of successful software-/product delivery with Scrum. With Critical Uncertainties, teams have an interaction pattern at hand that can support them create resilient strategies. Give it a try, and share your experiences so we can learn from you as well!

Interested in learning many different Liberating Structures in an intense 2-day workshop? Check out our agenda for upcoming Immersion Workshops. If you'd specifically like to learn more about developing strategies together with Liberating Structures, we also have a workshop on 'Strategy Knotworking' coming with Fisher Qua and Anna Jackson in October in Amsterdam. Or join the Dutch User Group to learn more about Liberating Structures

Source: Dzone.com

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