Blended Agile
An approach that deliberately uses more than one agile framework, method, practice, or element together; for example, running Scrum alongside XP and the Kanban Method.
Key Points
- Tailors the way of working by combining compatible agile practices to fit the team's context.
- May align different cadences (e.g., Scrum sprints) with continuous flow (e.g., Kanban) to improve delivery.
- Requires clear role, artifact, and workflow definitions to avoid overlap or conflict.
- Emphasizes empirical learning: inspect and adapt which mix of practices provides the best outcomes.
Example
A product team plans and reviews work in two-week Scrum sprints, applies XP engineering practices like TDD and pair programming for code quality, and uses a Kanban board to visualize and manage incoming support requests between sprints.
PMP Example Question
Which scenario best represents Blended Agile?
- A team uses Scrum for iterations, XP for engineering practices, and the Kanban Method to manage flow.
- A team follows only Scrum events and artifacts as prescribed.
- A project manager combines PRINCE2 with PMBOK Guide processes without agile practices.
- A team limits work in progress using only a Kanban board.
Correct Answer: A — Combining multiple agile methods in one approach
Explanation: Blended Agile means using two or more agile frameworks, methods, or practices together, such as Scrum with XP and the Kanban Method.
