Scrum at Scale: CIPSA Key Roles and Goals with MS Project Agile
Expanding your Agile implementation? Learn how the CIPSA framework streamlines Scrum at Scale in this comprehensive guide. In this article, you'll discover:
The vital roles in a scaled Scrum environment
How MS Project Agile supports multi-team synchronization
Key events that maintain alignment across teams
Simple approaches that make scaling less complex
The CIPSA framework offers an elegant, practical approach to scaling Agile that integrates seamlessly with MS Project Agile features. Join Satya Narayan Dash for his upcoming live event series to see these principles in action! Session 1 kicks off this week (March 12).
Video Quick Tip: Creating Fast Interactive Filters in Microsoft Project
Struggling to find specific information in large project schedules? This quick tutorial from Project MVP Sam Huffman demonstrates how to create interactive filters that instantly find what you need:
Build custom filters that ask you what you're searching for
Search task names for specific terms or phrases
Apply filters that either show matching tasks only or highlight them within the full schedule
Save time compared to using the standard Find feature (Ctrl+F)
These interactive filters are invaluable for quickly identifying tasks that need progress updates or checking which activities contain specific keywords—perfect for busy project managers needing to maintain accurate schedules.
Forum Question: When Teams Don't Update Project Schedules Properly
One of our members is facing a common challenge with their team: creating schedules as contractual deliverables but failing to update them accurately. Specific issues include:
Team members arbitrarily marking progress as 20% or 40% complete without updating actual start or finish dates
Purchase orders being extended without proper change requests or risk assessment
Team waiting on shipments and simply pushing dates forward without documenting impacts
The discussion has already generated valuable insights from MPUG experts, including suggestions for clear communication frameworks, regular check-ins, tool implementation strategies, and accountability systems.
Have you faced similar challenges with schedule maintenance? Join the conversation to share your expertise or learn how other project managers ensure teams understand the importance of accurate schedule updates.
Live Event (3/12): Scaling Scrum with Hands-on Applicability (Part 1)
Kick off this three-part series with expert Satya Narayan Dash as he guides you through the fundamentals of scaling Scrum effectively. This interactive session will cover:
The challenges that make scaling Agile difficult
Essential scaling frameworks comparison
Key factors for successful Agile scaling
Introduction to the CIPSA framework's practical approach
🗓️ Wednesday, March 12, 2025
🕛 12:00pm - 1:00pm ET
📍 Live on Zoom
🏅 1 PMI PDU: Ways of Working
This session is the first in a three-part series that builds toward hands-on implementation in MS Project Agile. Attend all three sessions to master scaled Agile implementation with practical tools you can apply immediately.
MPUG host live events with leading experts on Wednesdays from 12:00pm - 1:00pm ET! MPUG members get access to live events where you get direct access to industry leaders, actionable insights, hands-on training, and opportunities to earn PDU's.
Learn more and register for upcoming events:
3/12: Scaling Scrum with Hands-on Applicability: Understanding Scaling with Scrum (Part 1) | Learn More / Register Here
3/19: Scaling Scrum with Hands-on Applicability: Scaled Scrum with CIPSA Framework (Part 2) | Learn More / Register Here
3/26: Scaling Scrum with Hands-on Applicability: Hands-on, Scaled Scrum with MS Project (Part 3) | Learn More / Register Here
The most successful frameworks and methodologies share one common trait: simplicity. When scaling Agile, resist the temptation to add complexity. Instead, focus on clear roles, streamlined events, and minimal overhead. As the CIPSA framework demonstrates, the best approach is often the one team members can actually follow without confusion or resistance.
