Certified Digital & Agile in Government™ (CDAG™) Foundation Training Course

This instructional program equips participants with the essential knowledge, methodologies, tools, and best practices necessary for executing projects utilizing Agile principles. The curriculum focuses on presenting selected Agile frameworks, techniques, and instruments, including the Scrum Framework, Agile Project Management, Lean methodology, Kanban, and additional relevant approaches. This training is designed for professionals interested in integrating Agile methods within their organizations, personnel engaged in project teams, and project managers who are currently implementing or planning to adopt Agile strategies. The course structure comprises comprehensive theoretical instruction, interactive workshops, and practical application exercises tailored for government operations.

Instructional Format

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This curriculum addresses the responsibilities of the business analyst to ensure effectiveness within Agile project environments. Enrollees will acquire skills in collaborating with the development team, Product Owner, Scrum Master, and external stakeholders to streamline implementation. The program includes hands-on practice through simulated projects that reflect standard operational scenarios for government applications.

This instructor-led, live training session, available in US (either online or onsite), is designed for engineering and design faculty members who seek to comprehend, implement, and instruct on contemporary software development methodologies pertinent to systems engineering, civil engineering, design, and architecture fields. This curriculum is developed specifically for government-related educational initiatives.

This instructor-led, live training US (online or onsite) is aimed at marketing executives who wish to understand how to leverage Agile frameworks to optimize growth marketing strategies, create customer-centric products, and achieve scalable growth.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key frameworks used in agile product management.
• Analyze the potential demand for new products and services.
• Learn how to price new products and techniques for tuning value.

This program is designed for government professionals seeking to integrate Agile methodologies into their operational workflows.

This two-day instructional offering delivers a concise overview of Agile software verification. It addresses core testing concepts within the framework of Agile (Scrum) development, utilizing Crispin & Gregory’s Agile Testing Quadrants model to examine current principles and practices for government stakeholders.

Intended Audience

This program is designed for development teams seeking to enhance their verification processes in an Agile environment.

It is also appropriate for individuals pursuing testing as a specialized career path and serves as a required prerequisite for the iSQI Certified Agile Tester course, supporting professional development for government personnel.

The Applying Metrics for Predictability course provides participants with the capabilities required to generate consistent, data-driven responses. Attendees will acquire knowledge regarding essential metrics for precise forecasting, methods for presenting these indicators through appropriate analytical tools, and techniques for utilizing such analytics to produce dependable forecasts and assess risk. The curriculum concludes by outlining strategies for implementing impactful interventions to enhance overall process performance.

"AgilePM® Practitioner Training" enables the development of competencies in managing projects based on the Agile Project Management methodology version 2.0. It is dedicated to Agile Project Managers and individuals interested in implementing Agile approaches. The course covers topics such as organizing Agile teams, the project lifecycle, effective product delivery, estimation in projects, risk management, and DSDM configuration. Participants prepare for certification through a practical exam, earning an international AgilePM® Practitioner certificate.

This program offers direction regarding the duties of the Process Owner, enabling participants to articulate their operational activities clearly while equipping them with the knowledge required to supervise the design, re-engineering, and enhancement of IT Service Management (ITSM) workflows, particularly within Agile Service Management frameworks. Attendees will learn to integrate Scrum methodologies into their oversight roles and utilize Agile and Lean principles to implement streamlined processes that remain continuously aligned with broader organizational objectives, ensuring effective governance for government entities.

This program enables personnel to acquire proficiency in the knowledge domains, methodologies, tools, and best practices essential for executing information technology initiatives. Instruction covers frameworks such as PRINCE2, PMBOK, Agile Project Management, Scrum, MSF (CMMI), and RUP, addressing core philosophical principles, organizational structures, role definitions, and practical strategies for managing project phases.
Participants engage in workshops designed to facilitate the application of selected tools and techniques through hands-on practice.
This curriculum is intended for organizational leaders seeking to deploy project management standards, IT professionals involved in technology initiatives, and current or prospective IT project managers responsible for establishing or optimizing governance structures.
The course structure integrates substantive instruction with workshop-based learning and practical case studies.

JIRA Software is a robust instrument for project management; however, participants often prioritize the application over the underlying methodology.

This instructor-led, live training introduces attendees to the synergistic capabilities of Jira and Confluence, designed exclusively for government teams to successfully deliver products and projects. Participants will learn to utilize these platforms efficiently for user requirements, testing, and communication, all within a centralized environment.

The curriculum covers JIRA projects, Confluence spaces, workflows, boards (Kanban & Scrum), planning and dependencies, the integration of Jira/Confluence, reporting, key fields, custom fields, issue types, screens, and filtering.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create a Scrum or Kanban project
• Configure Jira to manage the project properly
• Manage issues effectively
• Build the necessary screen to handle issue types
• Create workflows and boards, and understand their interaction
• Perform basic and advanced searches and analysis
• Generate and review reports necessary for the team and the management

Lean is a systematic approach designed to maximize value delivery while minimizing resource waste within operational workflows.

This instructor-led program, available in online or onsite formats for government entities, targets intermediate-level banking and process management professionals seeking to apply Lean and Agile methodologies to enhance efficiency in requirements management, project execution, and operational processes.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend and implement Lean principles within the context of banking operations.
• Utilize Lean tools to streamline requirements gathering and project execution.
• Deploy and manage Kanban boards for optimized workflow governance.
• Identify and eliminate inefficiencies in banking and service-oriented processes.

Course Structure

• Interactive lectures and guided discussions.
• Extensive practical exercises.
• Hands-on application of Lean and Agile tools through case-based scenarios tailored for government operations.

Customization Options

• To arrange a customized training program for government agencies, please contact us to coordinate requirements.

This instructor-led, live training offered via US (online or onsite) is designed for advanced-level Release Train Engineers (RTEs) seeking to enhance their comprehension of their duties and refine their professional capabilities. This program supports workforce development for government agencies by providing targeted instruction.

Upon completion of this curriculum, participants will demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

• Delineate the specific role and obligations of a SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE).
• Facilitate Agile Release Trains (ARTs) to advance continuous delivery practices.
• Plan and conduct Program Increment (PI) events effectively.
• Identify and manage risks, dependencies, and impediments within the enterprise.
• Apply strategies that promote relentless improvement and support broader Agile transformation initiatives.

This two-day instructional program is designed for personnel assigned to an Agile Release Train (ART) who seek to enhance operational effectiveness within Agile frameworks by utilizing methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and Extreme Programming (XP). Participants will acquire the skills necessary to function as integrated Agile teams, manage backlog prioritization, and successfully plan and execute iterative cycles. The curriculum also highlights the importance of understanding team responsibilities within the ART structure and fostering collaboration with peer groups to drive continuous improvement.

The training equips participants to engage in Program Increment (PI) events at both the individual team and organizational levels, with specific emphasis on upcoming PI planning activities. Upon completion, attendees will be prepared to take the certification examination for the SAFe® Practitioner (SP) credential, supporting their professional development for government missions.

Upon conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Implement SAFe principles to scale Lean and Agile practices across federal organizations.
• Clarify their team’s responsibilities within the Agile Release Train and its contribution to overarching agency objectives.
• Identify interdependent roles and relationships among other teams within the train.
• Effectively plan and execute iterative development cycles.
• Illustrate delivered value and optimize operational processes for continuous improvement.
• Actively participate in and contribute to Program Increment planning sessions.
• Collaborate with peer groups to integrate work products within the Agile Release Train, ensuring alignment with for government standards.