Defining Convergence Points For Multiple Agile Teams + Template
Part 7 of my 7 part Training Series on Scaling Agile Practices
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Welcome to the 7th and last post in our journey through Scaling Agile Practices.
I have decided to eliminate the 8th Post (Special Cases) in the series as these will make more sense when covered at the right time in future posts.
Last week, we explored a big topic: Multi-Team Backlog Allocation.
We learned how to handle workloads across teams.
We looked at
The “Law of Backlog Allocation” for Multiple Teams.
How to apply the law in different scenarios?
Backlog Allocation Strategies
We also walked through the steps of allocation with the help of an example.
Posts 1 through 6 were about “Divergence”. We were exploring options and expanding on our idea of Scaling Agile Teams.
Now, we're stepping into Convergence. We will talk about ways Scaled Agile Teams use to validate the options and resolve specific issues identified during Divergence.
This is what “Continuous Improvement” looks like in a scaled environment.
It ensures all teams are aligned and integrated. It’s not just about individual progress. It’s about how all the pieces fit together.
Convergence happens at Convergence Points.
Convergence Points are where different teams' efforts meet. It's where their work comes together. Think of it as a crossroads in our project/product journey. It’s where we check if everyone is moving in the same direction.
Here's a quick recap of our journey so far:
Convergence ← this post
Let's dive into Convergence Points.