ScrumAlliance is a website run by a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing assistance to people utilizing the Scrum project management system. They offer articles, links to resources, training, and information on news and events. The classes offered appear to fill up rapidly and are priced anywhere from $300 to $1200 depending on the subject and the instructor.
ScrumAlliance provides a community of learning for those who utilize Scrum’s project management method. In the articles section, you can find many helpful answers to questions that come up from any phase of the project management process. For example, underneath the heading “Sprints,” an article on closure, an article on backlog, and an article on pre-sprint activities are offered to the reader. This resource alone is a wealth of information.
“Resources” is another valuable ScrumAlliance resource. A list of resources users have posted appears here. Topics here include “Building Ownership, Accountability, and Urgency in a Scrum team,” Creating a coaching network,” and “Certification.”
“Training and Certification” is another resource open to ScrumAlliance visitors. Courses offered include “Certified ScrumMaster,” “Certified Scrum Product Owner,” and “Certified Scrum Trainer.” Each course has prerequisites in order for the student to take the course.
News and Events announce things that are going on within the world of Scrum. ScrumAlliance compiles the various news articles and gatherings in order to provide a one-stop resource to internet users. They also have a community area where members can post bulletins directed toward one another.
Finally, this website offers the Scrum Game – intended to assist players in teamwork. Either all players win or all players lose. The game is $45 dollars and is available by paying through PayPal.
ScrumAlliance provides a valuable resource to those individuals feeling as though they are floating in Scrum. It provides many useful articles and is a valuable resource for individuals wanting to obtain training and certification in this project management method. Even if your company does not use Scrum, some of the information here may be helpful for professional development. New project managers will enjoy this resource, as they will be able to familiarize themselves with Agile project management methods and Scrum terminology.