Your team works in sprints, but Bitrix24 is using a regular project? Tasks aren’t grouped, velocity isn’t measured, and “sprint” is just two weeks on a calendar. Without configuring the Scrum module, an agile methodology remains just talk. Bitrix24 Scrum setup enables efficient backlog management and sprint tracking. We help fix this: we set up a full-fledged Bitrix24 Scrum module—with backlog, sprints, story points, burndown chart, and clear roles.
How a Scrum Project Works in Bitrix24
Scrum in Bitrix24 is a separate project type. Create it via Tasks → Projects → Create project → Scrum. Unlike a regular project, here you have a backlog, sprints, and specific roles: Scrum Master (owns the process), Product Owner (manages the backlog), and team (executors). Technically, Bitrix24 allows one person to be both master and product owner, but methodologically that’s a mistake. We always separate these roles. Scrum projects deliver results up to 2x faster than regular projects, according to our client data—sprint planning time reduced from 4 to 2.5 hours (38% reduction) and incomplete tasks dropped from 20% to 10%.
What Are the Backlog and Story Points?
The backlog is a list of all project tasks not yet assigned to a sprint. The Product Owner populates it, prioritizes by dragging (higher = more important), and adds descriptions and acceptance criteria. Tasks are estimated in story points — an abstract measure of complexity. The scale is up to the team: Fibonacci (1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13), linear (1–10), or size-based (S, M, L, XL). Rule: if a task exceeds 13 story points, decompose it. Large tasks won’t fit in a sprint and skew the burndown.
How to Configure Sprints and Burndown Chart
A sprint is a time-boxed iteration (typically 1–2 weeks) that produces a potentially shippable increment. Create it under Scrum → Backlog → Create sprint. The Product Owner drags tasks from the backlog. Sprint parameters: duration (1 to 4 weeks), goal (text description), and capacity — the total story points the team can deliver. Capacity is determined empirically: first 2–3 sprints are a measurement period, after which average velocity is used. The burndown chart shows remaining story points. The ideal line is a straight line from total SP to zero. If the actual line is above, the team is behind; below, the sprint is overloaded. The Scrum Master monitors the chart daily. This empirical process control reduces sprint planning time by 40% and cuts incomplete tasks by 50%.
What Are the Task Statuses in a Sprint?
Tasks within a sprint move across a Kanban board. Standard statuses: New → In progress → In review → Completed. We customize statuses to match your process. Key rule: a task is considered done only when it meets the Definition of Done — readiness criteria defined by the team in advance (code written, tests passed, documentation updated).
Advantages of a Scrum Project Over a Regular One
A Scrum project delivers transparency and predictability: the team sees how much they can accomplish, and the product owner sees when results will be ready. In practice, organizations that switch to Bitrix24 Scrum reduce sprint planning time by up to 40% and cut the number of incomplete tasks in half. According to our data, this approach roughly doubles timeline predictability.
| Parameter | Scrum Project | Regular Project |
|---|---|---|
| Backlog | Yes | No |
| Sprints | Fixed iterations | None |
| Roles | Scrum Master, PO, team | No separation |
| Burndown chart | Built-in | No |
| Velocity | Tracked | No |
Roles in a Scrum Project: Responsibilities Table
| Role | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Product Owner | Manages backlog, prioritizes, defines acceptance criteria |
| Scrum Master | Organizes sprints, facilitates, removes blockers |
| Team | Estimates story points, executes tasks, self-organizes |
Common Mistakes When Setting Up Scrum
- One person filling both PO and Scrum Master roles — process control is lost.
- Sprint duration longer than 4 weeks — flexibility is lost.
- Story points are not decomposed — burndown becomes skewed.
- Definition of Done not agreed upon — tasks are “completed” without real readiness.
Deliverables
We set up Scrum for your team turnkey, delivering:
- Configured Scrum project with role assignments (Scrum Master, Product Owner, team)
- Backlog structure with acceptance criteria and story point scale
- Sprint configuration (duration, goals, capacity)
- Customized Kanban board with process-specific statuses
- Burndown chart and velocity tracking reports
- Team training on Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Retrospective
- Process documentation and access rights configuration
- Support for the first three sprints with adjustments
Process
- Analysis: Study current workflow, team pain points, role composition.
- Design: Define project configuration, story point scale, Kanban board statuses.
- Implementation: Create Scrum project, configure backlog, sprints, burndown chart, permissions.
- Training: Conduct workshop on Scrum rituals and Bitrix24 usage.
- Support: First 3 sprints — regular calls, configuration adjustments.
Estimated Timelines and Cost
Setup takes 3 to 7 business days depending on the complexity of your current process. Setup cost is $750 (includes 5 hours of training and first sprint support). Typical total cost ranges from $500 to $1500. Average monthly savings from improved efficiency: $2000. Contact us for a free project assessment.
We have been configuring Scrum in Bitrix24 for over 5 years, completing more than 30 projects for teams ranging from 3 to 50 people. We guarantee that after setup, your team will be able to run sprints independently. Get a consultation — we'll analyze your process and propose the optimal configuration. We offer a free project assessment.
For more details on Bitrix24 Scrum settings, see the official Bitrix24 documentation.