Scrum is a lean framework for project management and belongs to the so-called Agile methods. Scrum is characterized by iterative-incremental work with deliveries at short intervals, early customer feedback, simple and clear rules, exactly three roles, strict adherence to time constraints (so-called time box) for iterations and meetings, and a strong focus on quality and efficiency. Added to this is the effort to avoid waste. The basis of the work is a list of requirements clearly prioritized according to business value, the so-called product backlog. A self-organizing, usually interdisciplinary team with equal members works through this backlog, which is maintained by the so-called product owner, and strives to have as little WIP (work in progress) as possible at any given time and instead to completely work through requirements as a team one after the other, if possible, in order to minimize risk, protect the client's investment and achieve a rapid return on the capital invested. The team and product owner are supported by a moderator responsible for the Scrum process, the so-called Scrum Master. Scrum is mainly used in software or IT projects, often combined with practices from the so-called XP (Extreme Programming), but is basically applicable across industries and technologies, which is also often done. Scrum is also used at management level to control entire companies (divisions). The framework also offers the possibility to scale to large (multi-)projects with multiple teams or value streams with little overhead. Source: Alexander Kriegisch, Scrum-Master.de See also: Scrum Introduction Scrum Glossary Scrum on a Page