Together, they form the foundation of Scrum and help teams navigate uncertainty, adapt to change, and continuously improve.
Empiricism
Empiricism means that knowledge comes from experience and making decisions based on what is observed.
Instead of assuming what will happen, Scrum teams:
Build something
Observe the results
Learn from feedback
Adjust accordingly
This cycle repeats throughout the product’s lifecycle.
Lean Thinking
Lean Thinking focuses on:
Reducing waste
Maximizing value
Continuous improvement
Scrum incorporates Lean principles by encouraging teams to focus on delivering the most valuable work first and continuously improving their processes.
Analogy: Cooking for Guests
Imagine you’re hosting a dinner party.
Empiricism
You prepare a dish and ask your guests to taste it.
