The Sprint Retrospective is a meeting held at the end of the sprint, after the Sprint Review, with the main goal of improving the team’s way of working.

What happens during the Retrospective?

• The team openly discusses:

  • What went well during the sprint?

  • What could be improved or wasn’t clear?

  • What actionable steps can be taken to improve performance in the next sprint?

• The focus is on processes and collaboration, not on individuals.

• The team identifies clear improvement actions to implement.

Important rules

• The meeting is open and honest, with all opinions respected and no blame.

• The goal is to create a safe environment that fosters continuous improvement.

• Agreed points and actions are documented and followed up in the next sprint.

Meeting duration

• Typically lasts between 1 to 1.5 hours for a two-week sprint.

Why is the Retrospective important?

• Helps the team learn from past experiences.

• Encourages better collaboration and communication.

• Increases work quality and reduces errors.

• Builds a culture of continuous improvement within the team.