KDA-Retro

Here's a detailed breakdown of each phase filled with guiding questions and actionable steps:

#Keep

Objective: Identify practices, processes, and behaviors that are currently working well and should be continued in future iterations.

• What worked well: Discuss specific instances, practices, or outcomes that were positive.

• Success Stories: Share moments of achievement, no matter how small, that contributed to the team's success.

• Strengths: Highlight the team's strengths and how they can be leveraged even more effectively.

#Drop

Objective: Pinpoint practices, processes, or behaviors that are not adding value or are hindering the team's progress and should be stopped.

• Challenges: What didn't work? Focus on practices that were more of a hindrance than a help.

• Time Wasters: Identify any activities that consumed a lot of time but didn't yield much value.

• Obstacles: Discuss any recurring issues or obstacles that need to be removed to improve workflow and efficiency.

#Adapt

Objective: Reflect on areas for improvement by modifying existing practices or adopting new approaches to solve identified problems and enhance performance.

• Lessons Learned: Based on what didn't work well, what can be learned and applied moving forward?

• Innovations: Encourage the proposal of new ideas or adjustments to current methods that could address challenges or exploit opportunities.

• Action Plans: Develop concrete action steps for each adaptation to ensure they are implemented effectively.

#Implementation

To make the most of the KDA method, consider the following:

• Visualization: Use a board or digital tool to categorize feedback into Keep, Drop, Adapt columns during the retrospective.

• Participation: Ensure every team member contributes their perspective to each category for a comprehensive view.

• Follow-Up: Assign owners to action items, especially in the Adapt section, and set timelines for review.

By structuring your retrospective around the KDA method, you encourage a balanced discussion that acknowledges successes, identifies areas of waste, and focuses on continuous adaptation and improvement.

DAVE JAN MARTIN