Overview of Agile and Scrum in Easy8

Introduction

Agile and Scrum are two powerful methodologies for project management. Easy8 supports both, allowing teams to manage work in flexible and iterative ways. This article explains the main concepts and structure of Agile and Scrum in Easy8.

Target Audience

User

Understanding Agile and Scrum in Easy8

Definition

Agile is a project management approach based on iterative development, collaboration, and flexibility.
Scrum is a specific Agile framework used to structure development into fixed-length iterations called sprints.
Easy8 includes built-in tools for managing Agile projects using Scrum or Kanban boards.

How It Works

Agile and Scrum functionality in Easy8 is based on three key board types:

Backlog Board
Organizes and prioritizes the Product Backlog Items (PBIs). Uses drag-and-drop features to move PBIs across statuses or into future sprints.
Sprint Overview Board
Displays current and past sprints. Shows progress, start and end dates, velocity, and total estimated hours.
Team Sprint Board
Used for daily work during a sprint. Allows filtering by team members or swimlanes. Shows task progress and time tracking.

Each board serves a different stage of Agile project planning and execution. Projects using Agile must have it enabled in the project settings. You can choose between Scrum or Kanban modes.

Examples

A team uses the Backlog Board to plan future sprints by sorting PBIs according to priority.
The Sprint Overview Board helps managers check sprint velocity and ensure delivery is on track.
Developers and testers use the Team Sprint Board during daily standups to review progress and update tasks.

Conclusion

Easy8 provides a structured approach to Agile with tools for backlog planning, sprint monitoring, and daily execution. By understanding the role of each board, teams can better apply Scrum methodology and improve collaboration.