I will hardly be able to list all the reasons for Scrum to be involved in the processes of the organization.
The reasons for using Scrum can be many and varied. Each company has its microclimate, and the good thing about Scrum is that it is a flexible framework that can fit in many places. Scrum is a living system and it is difficult to predict all the conditions it would fit. Reference: “Why use Scrum for your organization’s projects”, https://customessaysonline.net/why-use-scrum-for-your-organizations-projects/
Unlike other methodologies and systems, Scrum will provide faster feedback in the event of an obstacle in the process. This saves time and effort.
The project implementation process is changing simultaneously with the environment. As stated in one of the basic principles of Agile – “responding to change over following a plan”. Therefore, Scrum would be a good choice for organizations that have had unsuccessful projects in the past due to changing customer requirements. Reference: “Why use Scrum for your projects?”, https://medfd.org/why-use-scrum-for-your-projects/
Another reason may be the lack of control and accountability for the work done. Scrum brings greater clarity to the division of work on the project, dividing it into separate small tasks. This makes it easier to report on the work done.
If the company starts working larger than its usual projects, the existing methodologies and strategies in the organization become inapplicable. Dividing large and complex projects into small, clearly defined parts makes the work more organized and clear. Reference: “Why do organizations not use the Scrum framework intentionally?“, https://agileprogramming.org/why-do-organizations-not-use-the-scrum-framework-intentionally/
Lack of communication in the team, as well as that with other teams, may also be a reason to involve Scrum. The exchange of information between the individual teams is daily. Obstacles that have been cleared promptly are cleared and possible problems are resolved promptly. This avoids accumulations that at some point could be a reason for the failure of the project.
The impossibility of defining clear priorities can be overcome by implementing a scrum. It does not allow dilution in the work of the team and wastes time in minor tasks before the main ones. Teams often lose track of priorities and spend time on details that may later become unimportant or even unnecessary. Reference: “Why use Scrum for your projects?“, https://medfd.org/why-use-scrum-for-your-projects/
Another reason may be the need to optimize the time to work on the project.
Applying the principle of transparency improves morale in the team, becomes more cohesive, and increases trust between people in it.
In some companies, the processes and procedures are too cumbersome. The implementation of Scrum would bring flexibility and independence to the teams, and hence a faster and more adequate response to the ever-changing needs of customers. Reference: Muzonet.com
When organizations do not include Scrum as a model of project work
The reason for not introducing Scrum may be the excessive size of the company and the teams. The framework works effectively with smaller teams and all people in the team must be engaged and compatible with each other. In larger teams, this is harder to achieve. Reference: Why Organizations Should Use Scrum and Agile Methodologies and When They Don’t Use Scrum, scrumtime.org, https://scrumtime.org/why-organizations-should-use-scrum-and-agile-methodologies/
The need to set deadlines for project completion may exclude Scrum as a framework choice. The reason for this is that there can be no deadline for the completion of the project, as there is no way to know in advance how many sprints will be needed to complete it.
The insufficient commitment of the people in the team. Freedom at work comes with responsibilities. If individuals are not sufficiently involved, this can lead to project delays or failures. See “Risk management”: http://agilemanagement.wikidot.com/risk-management
Stakeholders do not understand and support Scrum Master’s philosophy and are not ready to provide the necessary assistance
Management difficulties in integrating the Scrum framework
The main challenge for senior management in the implementation of the scrum is the resistance caused by the fear of losing power. Reference: “Why do you want to be a Scrum Master?”, https://www.libraryofmu.org/why-want-to-be-scrum-master/
Adjusting top management to the new status quo can be problematic if they are unfamiliar with the framework and basic principles of operation.
In most organizations, the structure is hierarchical.
This means that the channels of communication are different. There is no daily contact of the developers with the top management or the time for making such contact is too long. Reference: “Scrum framework: Questions and Answers“, https://www.kosovatimes.net/scrum-framework-questions-and-answers/
For a Scrum Master, it would be a challenge to build a smooth structure and intensify communication between teams.
It would also be difficult for senior management to learn not to punish employees for mistakes they have made. If his team wants to be innovative, the manager must be prepared to endure many failures in the attempts of developers.
For much of the management team, this would be considered a defeat and a failure. And it is at this point that the employee is most in need of support from a superior.
I have to point out that not every company can use Scrum and not every company is Agile enough, flexible and adaptable enough to use this framework. I have had cases where the desire of some managers was to “test” Scrum, which did not lead to anything positive, because the expectation was not to develop a working product for the end user, but to meet the preliminary specification and understand not to go beyond the agreed budget.