advanced · 480–480 min
Full-Day Agile Innovation & Spike Intensive
No time for innovation in sprints? Dedicate a day to explore new tech and solve complex technical hurdles.
About this session
Development teams often find their capacity entirely consumed by the immediate sprint backlog, leaving no space to investigate emerging technologies or solve recurring technical blockers. This intensive session carves out eight hours for teams to step away from routine delivery to conduct technical spikes and prototype new solutions. Participants leave with documented proof-of-concepts and a clear implementation roadmap instead of just a list of ideas.
Why it works
Dedicating a full day eliminates the context-switching that usually kills technical exploration, allowing developers to reach the deep work state required for complex problem-solving. The structure prevents aimless research by forcing a transition from initial discovery into specific technical decisions and documented next steps.
What you’ll walk away with
- Clear actionable outcomes from a 3-step facilitated process
- Increased participant engagement and buy-in
- Documented decisions and next steps
- Improved team alignment on the topic
Who it’s for
Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches
Frequently asked questions
Who should facilitate this workshop?
This workshop works best when led by someone comfortable with facilitation. Ideal for Scrum Masters or external facilitators working with agile & scrum teams.
How long does this workshop take?
Plan for 60-90 minutes depending on group size. The 3 activities are designed to flow together smoothly.
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