Mastering Scaled Agile Framework: A Step-by-Step Self-Assessment and Implementation Guide
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed to help you master the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), a widely adopted framework for implementing agile practices at scale. Through a step-by-step self-assessment and implementation guide, you'll learn how to apply SAFe principles and practices to improve collaboration, alignment, and delivery of value across your organization.
Course Objectives - Understand the principles and values of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
- Learn how to apply SAFe principles and practices to improve collaboration and alignment across teams and programs
- Develop a step-by-step plan for implementing SAFe in your organization
- Gain hands-on experience with SAFe tools and techniques
- Earn a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to SAFe
- Overview of SAFe and its history
- SAFe principles and values
- Benefits of using SAFe
- Case studies of successful SAFe implementations
Module 2: SAFe Principles and Values
- In-depth exploration of SAFe principles and values
- How to apply SAFe principles and values in your organization
- Creating a SAFe implementation plan
Module 3: SAFe Framework Components
- Overview of SAFe framework components
- Program Increment (PI) Objectives
- Program Board
- Value Stream
- Agile Release Train (ART)
- Solution Train
Module 4: SAFe Roles and Responsibilities
- Overview of SAFe roles and responsibilities
- Product Owner
- Scrum Master
- Release Train Engineer (RTE)
- Product Manager
- System Architect
Module 5: SAFe Planning and Execution
- Overview of SAFe planning and execution
- Program Increment (PI) Planning
- Sprint Planning
- Iteration Planning
- Release Planning
- Deployment
Module 6: SAFe Metrics and Feedback
- Overview of SAFe metrics and feedback
- Metrics for measuring progress and success
- Feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement
- How to use metrics and feedback to improve SAFe implementation
Module 7: SAFe Implementation and Scaling
- Strategies for implementing SAFe in your organization
- Scaling SAFe across teams and programs
- Overcoming common obstacles and challenges
- Best practices for successful SAFe implementation
Module 8: SAFe and Agile Methodologies
- Overview of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean)
- How SAFe integrates with agile methodologies
- Using SAFe with other agile frameworks (e.g. Scrum of Scrums)
Module 9: SAFe and DevOps
- Overview of DevOps and its relationship to SAFe
- How SAFe supports DevOps practices
- Using SAFe to improve DevOps outcomes
Module 10: SAFe and Lean-Agile Leadership
- Overview of Lean-Agile leadership principles
- How SAFe supports Lean-Agile leadership
- Using SAFe to develop Lean-Agile leaders
Course Features - Interactive and Engaging: The course includes interactive elements, such as quizzes, games, and discussions, to keep you engaged and motivated.
- Comprehensive: The course covers all aspects of SAFe, from principles and values to implementation and scaling.
- Personalized: The course allows you to tailor your learning experience to your needs and goals.
- Up-to-date: The course is regularly updated to reflect the latest developments in SAFe and agile methodologies.
- Practical and Real-world Applications: The course provides hands-on experience with SAFe tools and techniques, as well as real-world examples and case studies.
- High-quality Content: The course features high-quality content, including video lessons, readings, and interactive exercises.
- Expert Instructors: The course is taught by experienced instructors with expertise in SAFe and agile methodologies.
- Certification: Upon completion of the course, you'll receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service.
- Flexible Learning: The course is designed to be flexible and accommodating, allowing you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule.
- User-friendly: The course is easy to navigate and use, with a user-friendly interface and clear instructions.
- Mobile-accessible: The course is accessible on mobile devices, allowing you to learn on-the-go.
- Community-driven: The course includes a community of learners and instructors, providing support and feedback throughout your learning journey.
- Actionable Insights: The course provides actionable insights and practical advice for implementing SAFe in your organization.
- Hands-on Projects: The course includes hands-on projects and exercises to help you apply SAFe principles and practices.
- Bite-sized Lessons: The course is divided into bite-sized lessons, making it easy to learn and retain information.
- Lifetime Access: You'll have lifetime access to the course materials, allowing you to review and revisit the content as needed.
- Gamification: The course includes gamification elements, such as badges and leaderboards, to make learning fun and engaging.
- Progress Tracking: The course allows you to track your progress and stay motivated throughout your learning journey.
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- Understand the principles and values of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
- Learn how to apply SAFe principles and practices to improve collaboration and alignment across teams and programs
- Develop a step-by-step plan for implementing SAFe in your organization
- Gain hands-on experience with SAFe tools and techniques
- Earn a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to SAFe
- Overview of SAFe and its history
- SAFe principles and values
- Benefits of using SAFe
- Case studies of successful SAFe implementations
Module 2: SAFe Principles and Values
- In-depth exploration of SAFe principles and values
- How to apply SAFe principles and values in your organization
- Creating a SAFe implementation plan
Module 3: SAFe Framework Components
- Overview of SAFe framework components
- Program Increment (PI) Objectives
- Program Board
- Value Stream
- Agile Release Train (ART)
- Solution Train
Module 4: SAFe Roles and Responsibilities
- Overview of SAFe roles and responsibilities
- Product Owner
- Scrum Master
- Release Train Engineer (RTE)
- Product Manager
- System Architect
Module 5: SAFe Planning and Execution
- Overview of SAFe planning and execution
- Program Increment (PI) Planning
- Sprint Planning
- Iteration Planning
- Release Planning
- Deployment
Module 6: SAFe Metrics and Feedback
- Overview of SAFe metrics and feedback
- Metrics for measuring progress and success
- Feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement
- How to use metrics and feedback to improve SAFe implementation
Module 7: SAFe Implementation and Scaling
- Strategies for implementing SAFe in your organization
- Scaling SAFe across teams and programs
- Overcoming common obstacles and challenges
- Best practices for successful SAFe implementation
Module 8: SAFe and Agile Methodologies
- Overview of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean)
- How SAFe integrates with agile methodologies
- Using SAFe with other agile frameworks (e.g. Scrum of Scrums)
Module 9: SAFe and DevOps
- Overview of DevOps and its relationship to SAFe
- How SAFe supports DevOps practices
- Using SAFe to improve DevOps outcomes
Module 10: SAFe and Lean-Agile Leadership
- Overview of Lean-Agile leadership principles
- How SAFe supports Lean-Agile leadership
- Using SAFe to develop Lean-Agile leaders
Course Features - Interactive and Engaging: The course includes interactive elements, such as quizzes, games, and discussions, to keep you engaged and motivated.
- Comprehensive: The course covers all aspects of SAFe, from principles and values to implementation and scaling.
- Personalized: The course allows you to tailor your learning experience to your needs and goals.
- Up-to-date: The course is regularly updated to reflect the latest developments in SAFe and agile methodologies.
- Practical and Real-world Applications: The course provides hands-on experience with SAFe tools and techniques, as well as real-world examples and case studies.
- High-quality Content: The course features high-quality content, including video lessons, readings, and interactive exercises.
- Expert Instructors: The course is taught by experienced instructors with expertise in SAFe and agile methodologies.
- Certification: Upon completion of the course, you'll receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service.
- Flexible Learning: The course is designed to be flexible and accommodating, allowing you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule.
- User-friendly: The course is easy to navigate and use, with a user-friendly interface and clear instructions.
- Mobile-accessible: The course is accessible on mobile devices, allowing you to learn on-the-go.
- Community-driven: The course includes a community of learners and instructors, providing support and feedback throughout your learning journey.
- Actionable Insights: The course provides actionable insights and practical advice for implementing SAFe in your organization.
- Hands-on Projects: The course includes hands-on projects and exercises to help you apply SAFe principles and practices.
- Bite-sized Lessons: The course is divided into bite-sized lessons, making it easy to learn and retain information.
- Lifetime Access: You'll have lifetime access to the course materials, allowing you to review and revisit the content as needed.
- Gamification: The course includes gamification elements, such as badges and leaderboards, to make learning fun and engaging.
- Progress Tracking: The course allows you to track your progress and stay motivated throughout your learning journey.
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- Interactive and Engaging: The course includes interactive elements, such as quizzes, games, and discussions, to keep you engaged and motivated.
- Comprehensive: The course covers all aspects of SAFe, from principles and values to implementation and scaling.
- Personalized: The course allows you to tailor your learning experience to your needs and goals.
- Up-to-date: The course is regularly updated to reflect the latest developments in SAFe and agile methodologies.
- Practical and Real-world Applications: The course provides hands-on experience with SAFe tools and techniques, as well as real-world examples and case studies.
- High-quality Content: The course features high-quality content, including video lessons, readings, and interactive exercises.
- Expert Instructors: The course is taught by experienced instructors with expertise in SAFe and agile methodologies.
- Certification: Upon completion of the course, you'll receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service.
- Flexible Learning: The course is designed to be flexible and accommodating, allowing you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule.
- User-friendly: The course is easy to navigate and use, with a user-friendly interface and clear instructions.
- Mobile-accessible: The course is accessible on mobile devices, allowing you to learn on-the-go.
- Community-driven: The course includes a community of learners and instructors, providing support and feedback throughout your learning journey.
- Actionable Insights: The course provides actionable insights and practical advice for implementing SAFe in your organization.
- Hands-on Projects: The course includes hands-on projects and exercises to help you apply SAFe principles and practices.
- Bite-sized Lessons: The course is divided into bite-sized lessons, making it easy to learn and retain information.
- Lifetime Access: You'll have lifetime access to the course materials, allowing you to review and revisit the content as needed.
- Gamification: The course includes gamification elements, such as badges and leaderboards, to make learning fun and engaging.
- Progress Tracking: The course allows you to track your progress and stay motivated throughout your learning journey.