EBFC Scrum

Felipe, I wanted to share my experience using the burndown chart. Here's a shot of my first burndown chart I used for a precon project weekly sprint from last week. I learned my average task per day is (45 completed / 5 days = 9 per day.) Also see the big swings with tasks added. I started with 19 on Monday and added 31 through the week. This tells me I need to do better at planning or have buffers to do unexpected work. Thanks for providing this for us.

FYI: I just set up my To Do tasks in a Scrum format using Lists for my projects, and Categories for Scrum Columns/buckets. I have the option to look at specific projects tasks or "All" tasks sorted per the Scrum columns/buckets. This is helping me to prioritize and be more productive. With the Done column/bucket I have a record of what I did today/this week.

If you’ve ever wondered how Scrum really shows up outside of software—especially in construction, design, and capital projects—this series is worth your time.

I had the chance to be featured multiple times on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast, hosted by Vasco Duarte. These conversations go beyond theory and get into the messy, practical realities of applying Scrum where variability, handoffs, and real-world constraints are the norm.

What you’ll hear in these episodes:

• How Scrum translates to construction and design environments

• Why flow matters more than individual productivity

• Common mistakes teams make when “doing Scrum” without changing behavior

• How trust, clarity, and small experiments unlock real progress

• Lessons learned from applying Scrum across projects, teams, and cultures

This isn’t polished success-story fluff. It’s an honest reflection on what works, what breaks, and what to try next.

👉 Tap the link below to listen now.

You can listen when it fits your schedule—whether that’s during a commute, a walk, or a quiet moment between meetings.

Listen with one question in mind:

What’s one idea here I could safely test on my project this week?

That’s where the real value shows up. Post a comment and let us know what you think. Thank you.

Philipe, Hello! In the past I have used scrum boards and last planner with construction projects. I struggle with what is the best format for the scrum board ie how many columns, and swim lanes.

Below is a rough flow and task list for preconstruction project work that could have over 1,000 tasks. My current format is to use an excel sheet matrix and list the trades and use columns for task. See picture below. I would like your input on how you might set up a scrum board.

With my current role I am a preconstruction manager, typically work closely with one or two preconstruction coordinators, we are a design build firm, most projects the designs are not complete so the buyout is phased over time. I/we coordinate direct with the clients, PX, PM, onsite supers, Design PM, Designers/Engineers, and all trade partners.

Thank you, Look forward to discussing this with you.

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A landscape contractor with three crews came to me with a common problem: doing the work but not yet fully Scrumming it. Here's what we built together in an hour and what you can steal for your own team. Tap the link above to learn more.

Hey everyone!

Just dropped a new episode that I think you'll find incredibly valuable — especially if you've been curious about AI and need some inspiration.

I had the chance to sit down with Tom Feliz, Head of Growth at DataGrid, live at LCI Congress 2025. Tom isn't just talking theory — he's helping construction professionals implement AI in practical, real-world ways every day.

Why you should check this one out:

Tom makes AI approachable. He addresses the biggest misconception head-on: AI isn't here to replace you. It's here to handle the soul-crushing admin work that keeps you at the office until 7 PM. Think document analysis, capturing lessons learned, automating repetitive tasks — the stuff that drains your energy before you even get to the work that matters.

One of my favorite moments? Tom shares the story of a 30-year welding veteran who became an AI power user. If that doesn't prove anyone can do this, I don't know what does.

What you'll learn:

• How to get started with AI tools tomorrow (no coding required)

• The difference between Visual Language Models and LLMs — and why it matters for construction documents

• How to build AI agents that prevent your team from repeating the same mistakes project after project

• Tom's philosophy on "respect for people" and clearing the path for field workers

🎬 Tap above to watch on YouTube or listen to the podcast here: https://www.theebfcshow.com/ai-in-construction-tom-feliz/

I'd love to hear from you — What's one task in your workflow that you wish you could automate? Let's discuss below!

Hey EBFC Scrum Community! If you’re into Lean and Scrum (I know you are!), you’ll love this. Our very own Mike Chiles, who joins us on nearly every EBFC Scrum Practice session, is featured with his brother Brian on The Lean Builder Podcast (episode 92, with Adam Hoots). They dive deep into real-world Lean in design and construction. And yes, they give a shoutout to EBFC and Scrum along the way! Let’s show them some love. Here’s the link—check it out, share your thoughts, and let’s pass the inspiration forward!

Encore session — Jeopardy-style, new questions, more construction commentary and guidance.

Join us for a quick tour of the EBFC Scrum Community, then we’ll run a live board of real Construction Scrum Master questions across 5 categories.

We’ll ask Scrum Playbook AI, then translate the answers into field-ready actions: working agreements, experiments, and next-step decisions.

Not a demo. Not a lecture. A live practice session. This one is open to the public, share far and wide, it will be edutainment for sure.

When: Saturday, 1/10/2026 at 6 AM PST

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Can't make the LIVE session, no problem, tap either link above post event and watch the replay.

Weekly Deep Dives. Real Work. Real Progress.

Ten sessions in—and what’s clear is this: consistency beats hype.

Over the last 10 Weekly Deep Dives, this community has been showing up to do the real work of Scrum in construction:

• Making work visible

• Reducing chaos

• Building accountability without blame

• Learning by doing, not just talking

And this isn’t a “one-and-done” series.
These Deep Dives are now a weekly rhythm—all year long. 🗓️

Same time. Same place.
New problems. Better conversations. Stronger practice.

Huge respect to everyone who’s joined live, watched replays, asked tough questions, and experimented on real projects. This is how a community of practice actually works.

👇 Let’s reflect together

• Which session has helped you the most so far?

• What topic do you want us to go deeper on next?

On we go—Easier. Better. Faster. Cheaper.