- Complete coverage of Agile fundamentals
- Practical Scrum framework implementation
- Dedicated chapter on Agile in hybrid and remote settings
- Solved examples and practice exercises for concept reinforcement
Master Agile Project Management-From Fundamentals to Remote Team Leadership!
If you're looking to optimize workflows, adapt to changing requirements, and deliver projects faster, Agile Essentials You Always Wanted to Know (2nd Edition) is your complete guide to understanding and implementing Agile. Co-authored by Kalpesh Ashar (MBA, CSM, PMI-ACP, with more than 21 years of global experience) and Sandeep Rana (a product and program management professional who has worked with Apollo Global Management, PayU, Safran, and HSBC), the book balances clear theory with real-world insights.
The book progresses systematically from the Agile Manifesto to planning, execution, tracking, reporting, and leading teams. What sets this edition apart is the NEW Chapter 7: Agile in Remote Teams, which addresses the realities of hybrid work, distributed collaboration, accountability in virtual environments, and the need to maintain team trust and psychological safety. Additionally, two complete case studies-including building a research access platform with Scrumban-provide practical application of key concepts.
After reading this book, you'll be able to:
- Apply Agile values and principles to diverse projects
- Implement Scrum roles, events, and artifacts
- Track progress and communicate using Agile reporting tools
- Lead high-performing Agile teams in co-located and remote settings
Part of Vibrant Publishers' Self-Learning Management Series, this book serves as an essential resource for beginners, project managers, and executives driving Agile transformation in modern, distributed work environments.
Ashar, Kalpesh: - "Kalpesh Ashar is a management consultant and corporate trainer. He holds an MBA from SPJIMR, an Engineering degree, and Agile certifications including CSM (Certified Scrum Master), PMI-ACP (PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner), and SFPC - Scrum Foundations Professional Certificate. Mr. Ashar has over 21 years of experience in large organizations and start-ups in Asia, USA, and Europe. His background provides a platform from which to write in a way to help people with diverse backgrounds understand business topics."
Publishers, Vibrant: - Vibrant Publishers is focused on presenting the best texts for learning about technology and business as well as books for test preparation. Categories include programming, operating systems and other texts focused on IT. In addition, a series of books helps professionals in their own disciplines learn the business skills needed in their professional growth.Vibrant Publishers has a standardized test preparation series covering the GMAT, GRE and SAT, providing ample study and practice material in a simple and well organized format, helping students get closer to their dream universities.
Rana, Sandeep: - Sandeep Rana is an Agile-focused product and program management professional who has led digital initiatives for Apollo, PayU, Safran, Gemalto, and HSBC worldwide. Together, they bring a practical, people-centric view of Agile to help teams deliver meaningful results in a changing world.
