Stu Blank

Hi, I’m Stu Blank, an unapologetic Christian, the Founder and Principal Agile Consultant at Kingdom Bridge Consulting, bringing over 15 years of strategic enterprise leadership and large-scale technology management in Microsoft technologies. I’m an Agile leader driving successful project outcomes through innovative methodologies, team empowerment, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement.

🔓 Unlocking the Power of Technical Debt: Why Addressing It Matters More Than Ever 🔓

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In the fast-paced world of technology, addressing technical debt is not just a best practice—it’s a strategic imperative. 🌟 🔧 What is Technical Debt?Technical debt refers to the shortcuts and quick fixes we take in software development that might save time now but could cost us dearly in the future. It’s like putting off a […]

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🚩Learning from a Challenging Agile Retrospective: A Real-World Scenario🚩

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Not all retrospectives go smoothly, & sometimes the challenges we face provide the most valuable lessons. Here’s an example of a challenging retrospective we initially had with a client who lacked proper training on best practices:Lack of Psychological Safety:-What Happened: During the retrospective, several team members felt uncomfortable being vulnerable with their honest feedback. This

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Agile development, backlog refinement isn’t a task—it’s the cornerstone of a successful project!

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Here are 5 strategies to revolutionize your Agile team’s backlog refinement. 🚀 But first, a real life example: previously, we helped a tech startup streamline their chaotic backlog. Our refinement sessions redefined user stories, added acceptance criteria, and reprioritized tasks. The result? A 40% improvement in team velocity and consistently met goals! Here’s why investing

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🔎 Say what, the Cone of Uncertainty? Quick review of the Cone of Uncertainty in Agile IT Projects.

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In early project stages, predicting timelines can be tough. This “Cone of Uncertainty” means estimates vary widely at the start but narrow as the project progresses. How Agile Helps:–Iterative Planning: Refine plans with more information.–Continuous Feedback: Adapt based on stakeholder input.–Flexibility: Embrace changes for better alignment. Tips to Navigate:–Break down projects into small iterations.–Communicate openly

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✅”Definition of Done” in Agile: Ensuring Quality and Consistency✅

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In Agile projects, the “Definition of Done” (DoD) is a key concept that ensures every increment meets high standards of quality and completeness. But what does it mean? 🔍 The DoD Defined:The DoD is a checklist of criteria that a task must satisfy to be considered complete. It provides a shared understanding of what “done”

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