Agile has become the gold standard for fast-moving product and development teams. But even with the right mindset, many teams still struggle with implementation.
Daily standups turn into status updates, sprint boards get messy, and developers juggle too many disconnected tools.
Lark isn’t a traditional Agile tool—it’s better. By combining communication, documentation, project boards, and automation in one unified workspace, Lark allows Agile teams to stay focused, transparent, and efficient from sprint planning to release retros.
In this article, we’ll show you how to run smarter Agile sprints using Lark as one of the best project management tools —no expensive add-ons or clunky integrations required.
Why Agile teams need a unified workspace
Scrum and Agile frameworks rely on fast feedback loops, collaborative planning, and shared visibility. Yet most teams still use a mix of:
Slack for communication
Jira or Trello for tasks
Zoom for meetings
Google Docs for planning
Dropbox for file sharing
Jumping between these tools breaks focus, scatters context, and creates friction.
Lark eliminates that by bringing everything into a single platform, where your team can:
Chat in real time
Assign and track tasks using project management tools
Run standups and sprint reviews via integrated video meetings
Co-edit sprint docs or product specs live
Automate repeatable Agile rituals like retros or backlog grooming
No switching tabs. No syncing issues. Just Agile, simplified.
Sprint planning in Lark: Aligning without the chaos
The foundation of a good sprint is a well-organized planning session. In Lark, Agile teams can kick off sprint planning in a structured, collaborative way:
Step 1: Create a Sprint Board
Use the Kanban charts in Lark Base’s View feature to build a sprint board with columns like:
Backlog
In Progress
Code Review
Tasks (called “cards”) can include owners, due dates, labels (like bugs, features, tech debt), subtasks, attachments, and priority levels. To make setup even easier, you can start with Lark’s Kanban Board Template in Lark Base, and customize it to fit your sprint needs.
Step 2: Add user stories or tasks
Create cards directly from your planning doc using Lark Docs. Teams can brainstorm in a live doc and convert bullet points into tasks instantly—keeping your stories close to their specs.
Step 3: Sprint kickoff meeting
Schedule and host the planning call in Lark Calendar, launch the video directly in-platform, and take meeting notes in a linked Doc—shared with all sprint members.
By planning inside Lark, all stories, tasks, meeting notes, and discussions live in one space, accessible to everyone.
Daily standups: Keep it async or go live
Daily standups are crucial—but not everyone works in the same time zone or prefers video calls. Lark gives you options:
Run live standups via video and document the blockers in a shared Lark Doc or Chat thread
Or keep it async with a standup form that teammates fill out each morning: What I did / What I’ll do / Blockers
Lark chat pinning, threads, and integrations keep updates structured and easy to review—so leads don’t need to chase reports.
During the Sprint: Clear work, cleaner focus
Here’s how Lark helps teams stay agile during the sprint cycle:
Task transparency
Each developer knows exactly what to work on, with task assignments, labels, and checklists on each card. Cards can be filtered by assignee, priority, or tag to surface what matters.
Real-time communication
Use in-card chat threads or linked messages to resolve blockers fast. Tag team members, drop context, or escalate to a call without switching apps.
Automate recurring actions
Lark allows you to create an automated workflow for your team, streamlining parts of your Agile cycle. For example:
Move tasks to “Done” when all subtasks are checked
Trigger a reminder to QA when a task moves to “Code Review”
Auto-send a mid-sprint feedback form to the team every 2 weeks
This frees up leads from chasing updates or repeating rituals—Lark keeps the momentum going.
Retrospectives and Sprint reviews: Keep it reflective, not reactive
Agile isn’t just about shipping fast—it’s about learning fast. Retros and sprint reviews help the team reflect and improve continuously.
In Lark, you can host both effortlessly:
Sprint Review
Open the sprint board your team created in Lark Base
Filter completed tasks
Present demo items directly in Lark Video
Record the session for anyone who missed it
Retrospective
Use a Lark Doc template:
What went well
What didn’t
Action items
Let team members fill it out anonymously or openly
Assign follow-up tasks directly from the Doc
Tie retros to real process changes—not just discussions—and keep the momentum going into the next sprint.
Scaling Agile with Lark process management features
As teams grow, so do processes. That’s where Lark business process management software comes in.
Agile teams can:
Standardize sprint templates and automate creation every 2 weeks
Build defined flows for backlog grooming, QA testing, and release approval
Create reusable Docs for spec writing, tech design, and retrospectives
Manage access, permissions, and compliance logs centrally
This helps engineering managers and product owners maintain consistency and oversight, especially when leading multiple squads across geographies.
Lark ensures your Agile processes are repeatable, transparent, and scalable—without relying on heavy platforms or external PMs.
Why teams choose Lark over traditional Agile tools
Fewer tools, more context: Communication, tasks, files, and meetings are all in one place
Zero switching: No need for Jira + Slack + Google Drive + Zoom
Async-friendly: Ideal for distributed or global Agile teams
Lightweight and flexible: No complex setup or onboarding curve
Scalable: Works for one squad or multiple departments
Whether you’re running 2-week sprints or managing rolling deployments, Lark adapts to your workflow.
Final thoughts
Lark doesn’t force your team into a rigid system—it gives you the flexibility to run Agile your way. With intelligent project management tools, time-saving automated workflows, and scalable business process management software, Lark helps your team ship faster, reflect deeper, and collaborate smarter.
Agile is about breaking silos, moving fast, and learning often. Lark is built to make all of that easier.
