SAFe® for GOVERNMENT Applying Lean-Agile Practices in the Public
Sector with the Scaled Agile Framework® Based on version 4.6 of SAFe
SUMMARY
Transitioning to Lean-Agile practices for building technology-based
capabilities is especially challenging in the government context. But
issues of legacy governance, contracting, and organizational barriers
can be overcome with the right information and strategies. During this
two days course, attendees will learn the principles and practices of
the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®), how to execute and release
value through Agile Release Trains, and what it means to lead a
Lean-Agile transformation of a program inside a government agency.
Attendees will gain an understanding of the Lean-Agile mindset and why
it’s an essential foundation for transformation. They’ll also get
practical advice on building high performing, multi-vendor Agile teams
and programs, managing technology investments in Lean flow, acquiring
solutions with Agile contracting, launching the program, and planning
and delivering value using SAFe. Attendees will also learn how
specific leadership behaviors can drive successful organizational
change, even in government.
AUDIENCE
This course is designed for government leaders and influencers who can
guide the decision to adopt SAFe within their agency or program.
Examples include:
• Executives, directors, branch chiefs
• Managers of development, engineering, QA, architecture,
operations, support
• Program and project managers
• Program/Project Management Office (PMO)
LEARNING GOALS
To perform the role of a SAFe® for Government leader, attendees
should be able to:
• Transition government programs from traditional software and
systems development models to Lean-Agile and DevOps mindset,
principles, and practices using SAFe
• Adapt technology strategy, budgeting and forecasting, acquisition,
compliance, and governance processes to flow-based practices using
emerging government guidelines
• Organize government programs into one or more Agile Release Trains
(ARTs) and execute in Program Increments (PIs)
• Explore Large Solution coordination in a government and
multi-vendor environment
• Identify and internalize the mindset and leader behaviors
essential to successful Lean-Agile transformation
• Follow success patterns for SAFe implementations adapted to the
government context
• Build a preliminary outline of next steps to begin and/or
accelerate the SAFe implementation in your program or agency
TOPICS COVERED
• Advancing Lean-Agile in government
• Embracing a Lean-Agile mindset
• Understanding SAFe principles
• Creating high-performing Agile teams and programs
• Planning with cadence and synchronization
• Supporting program execution
• Mapping the path to agency and program agility
• Leading successful change
PREREQUISITES
All are welcome to attend the course, regardless of experience.
However, meeting the following prerequisites will make the training
more productive.
• A foundational understanding of the Agile Manifesto, SAFe House of
Lean, and SAFe Principles is required using pre-work suggestions
• A foundational understanding the full life-cycle of government
technology programs is helpful
• Registered attendees will receive a list of readings and videos
specific to Agile in government that will be beneficial to review
before the course
WHAT YOU GET
The class registration includes:
• Attendee workbook
• One-year membership to the SAFe Community Platform
• Course certificate of completion
• One Certification exam attempt upon General Availability of the
course
ANNUAL RENEWAL
Membership renewals are one year from the date certification is earned
• Renewal fee: $100
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