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Course Outline

Introduction to the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

  • Overview of SAFe
  • Core values and principles
  • Advantages of adopting SAFe

Understanding the Role of the RTE

  • Primary responsibilities of the RTE
  • The RTE as a servant leader and coach
  • Critical skills for high-performance RTEs

Agile Release Train (ART) Fundamentals

  • Definition of ARTs
  • Structuring ARTs around value delivery
  • Roles and responsibilities within an ART

Leading ART Events

  • Overview of key ART events
  • Facilitating PI Planning
  • Conducting ART Syncs

Preparing for PI Planning

  • Laying the groundwork for success
  • Aligning teams and stakeholders
  • Drafting the initial PI plan

Conducting PI Planning

  • Leading effective PI Planning sessions
  • Facilitation strategies for RTEs
  • Managing risks at both team and program levels

Executing the PI

  • Monitoring progress via Program Boards
  • Maintaining alignment with strategic objectives
  • Adapting plans based on real-time feedback

Managing Risks and Dependencies

  • Identifying and tracking potential risks
  • Applying dependency management techniques
  • Executing risk mitigation strategies

Fostering a Culture of Continuous Improvement

  • Running Inspect and Adapt workshops
  • Leveraging metrics for improvement
  • Cultivating a learning organization

Advanced Facilitation Techniques

  • Engaging remote and distributed teams
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Promoting collaboration and innovation

Leading Agile Transformation

  • Scaling Agile practices across the organization
  • Change management approaches
  • Sustaining long-term transformation

RTE Toolkit

  • Essential tools and practices for RTEs
  • Utilizing SAFe resources effectively
  • Continuous learning and certification paths

Requirements

  • A solid grasp of Agile methodologies, such as Scrum and Kanban
  • Familiarity with the fundamentals of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

Target Audience

  • Release Train Engineers (RTEs)
  • Scrum Masters
  • Project Managers
 21 Hours

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