What is the primary purpose of the Daily Scrum?

The primary purpose of the Daily Scrum is to synchronize activities and create a plan for the next 24 hours. This daily event, typically lasting around 15 minutes, is designed to give the Development Team an opportunity to inspect progress toward the Sprint Goal and adapt their plan for the day based on what has been accomplished so far.

During the Daily Scrum, each team member discusses what they accomplished since the last meeting, what they plan to do before the next one, and any impediments they are facing. This structure ensures that everyone is aligned, aware of each other's work, and can adjust efforts to maximize productivity and collaboration toward achieving the Sprint Goal.

The focus is squarely on current work and collaboration rather than updating the Product Owner, discussing personal issues, or planning for future Sprints. This distinction is essential for maintaining the Daily Scrum’s effectiveness as a tool for team synchronization and immediate planning.