When Design Sprint is used with Scrum, it helps the team to create backlogs that are not just a representation of the product owner or team has to get done. Instead, they help the team to view user stories backlog within the context of the user, from the perspective of the user.

It also transforms the team: to be more customer-centric and answer the 4W questions like:

• Why are we building this?
• Who are we building it for?
• What value will the solution bring to the customer?
• When does the solution deliver?

Best Uses Of Design Sprint in Scrum Projects

• Kick-off new scrum projects
• Re-align strategy, refine product backlog