In the agile world of timeboxes don’t underestimate unstructured conversation

Wrapped up another great PI planning last week. As part of just about every planning I’ve done typically the company includes a happy hour/dinner after day 1, this is a picture of a unique idea…bring the party to the parking lot via foodtrucks!

I’ve found that time adds HUGE amounts of value to the planning sessions. Remote workers that fly in get to rekindle friendships with locals and conversations can unfold with no rushed time box. I think if I could add something to the SAFe placemat it’d be making sure these unstructured team building activities take place at PI planning! I’ve never been disappointed with the outcome!