noun
scrum
A framework for coordinating team work in short cycles.
Our team uses scrum to organize work into two-week cycles.
Etymology
The framework takes its name from the rugby scrum, where players work as a closely coordinated unit. The sporting image emphasizes collective, adaptive teamwork.
More examples
- In scrum, the team reviews its progress after each sprint.
- We discuss obstacles during our daily scrum.
- Our daily scrums help us coordinate tasks without lengthy meetings.
Forms
scrum · scrums
Similar words
- agile
- Agile describes broader principles, not one specific team framework.