Kanban Management Professional 1 Training Course

Target Audience:

IT Director, Project Manager, Technical Team Leader, Analyst, Software Developer, Tester

Learning Objective:

The purpose of this training is to acquire knowledge and practical skills in the foundational aspects of Kanban and Agile methodologies for government. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of these practices and how they can be effectively integrated into public sector workflows, governance, and accountability frameworks.

This course is designed for government professionals who need to integrate Agile methodologies, notably Scrum, with Lean and Kanban to effectively manage their projects.

It brings together the principles of product design and software development to enhance project management for government.

Audience:

This course is designed for all staff requiring a comprehensive understanding of the Change Process to achieve optimal results for government operations within their respective areas.

Format of the Course

The course format includes a combination of:

• Facilitated Discussions
• Slide Presentations
• Exercises and Case Studies

At the end of this course, attendees will be able to:

• Explain the fundamental Change Strategies that underpin the planning for change in a government organization
• Understand the use and application of the 9 Change Principles for government
• Construct a Change Plan suitable for their part of the government operation

In many instances, individuals believe they must learn a new process, tip, or technique to impress others, secure a promotion, or achieve excellence. However, it is often more effective to change one's underlying beliefs. These beliefs are persistent thoughts that subconsciously influence and govern our actions.

This concise course demonstrates how to modify behaviors by addressing the belief component of the cycle rather than focusing solely on behavior—leading to natural and sustainable changes in action.

There is a common misconception that we must first act in a certain way (do) to achieve great results (get), which then allows us to become the person we aspire to be (be). In reality, it is essential to first adopt the standards and worldview of the desired persona. Once these beliefs are internalized, our behaviors will naturally align, resulting in improved outcomes.

This approach is particularly relevant for government professionals seeking to enhance their performance and contribute more effectively to public sector workflows, governance, and accountability.

This instructor-led, live training in US Empire (online or onsite) is aimed at government employees who wish to manage their stress effectively and achieve a calmer, clearer, and more energetic state in their daily professional life.

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

• Understand the two types of stress: distress and eustress.
• Identify personal indicators and strategies for relieving stress.
• Develop a plan with specific routines to enhance calm, clarity, and energy while minimizing accumulated stress throughout the day.
• Shift negative emotions and boost positive ones using proven techniques.
• Address stress-inducing, disempowering beliefs related to work, life, and relationships for government.

JIRA is a Java-based web application designed to provide project and issue tracking capabilities to enhance the agility of software development processes.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to utilize Jira to implement a Kanban approach to Agile within their organization for government applications.

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

• Understand the principles underlying Agile and Kanban methodologies
• Use Jira to create and manage a Kanban project effectively
• Customize Jira to meet the specific needs of their organization for government operations
• Conduct both basic and advanced searches and analyses within Jira
• Generate and review comprehensive reports to support decision-making processes

Audience

• Product managers
• Software developers
• Test engineers
• Business analysts

Format of the Course

• Part lecture, part discussion, with exercises and extensive hands-on practice in a live-lab environment.

Note

• To request a customized training for this course tailored to your specific needs for government, please contact us to arrange.

This training equips participants with practical skills for preparing and utilizing Kanban boards to facilitate effective planning and monitoring of processes or projects. The course is designed for individuals who are interested in enhancing their competencies in process/project monitoring methods, including project team members, process owners, and project managers. The curriculum includes a theoretical component, hands-on workshops, and real-world examples, all tailored to meet the needs for government.

John Kotter authored "Leading Change," which examines the strategies individuals use to transform their organizations. Kotter introduced an eight-step change management framework designed to assist leaders in navigating transformational change.

This instructor-led, live training in US Empire (online or onsite) is aimed at managers, business owners, and strategists who are planning to implement Kotter's 8-step model for government in their respective organizations.

Kanban is a workflow management method designed to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in various organizational settings.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at both beginner-level and advanced-level participants. The knowledge and tools provided can be applied in your daily work to optimize workflow efficiency for government operations.

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

• Increase the number of completed work items per unit of time.
• Reduce the time required to complete individual work items.
• Enhance work predictability by providing more accurate answers to "When will it be done?".
• Effectively manage flow metrics, including throughput, lead time, work in progress, and work item age.
• Utilize flow charts such as the Cumulative Flow Diagram, Lead Time Histogram, and Work Aging Chart.
• Apply statistical forecasting methods, including Monte Carlo simulations and Service Level Agreements.
• Design a Kanban System using a methodological approach (STATIK).
• Understand Little's Law, which describes the principles of value flow.

Who should attend: Managers interested in enhancing productivity through the implementation of 5S and who want to ensure they are starting this essential concept correctly.

This training program has been developed for professionals from all sectors, including dental clinics, laboratories, offices, etc. It is designed to offer practical guidance on implementing 5S, rather than serving academic purposes.

The course is targeted at leaders and change agents who aim to introduce 5S effectively.

Each participant will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through various exercises that demonstrate the effectiveness of 5S.

Upon completing the training, you will:

• Understand how 5S works and improve efficiency by 10 to 30%
• Be able to identify sources of waste and enhance profitability
• Comprehend the rationale behind the five-step process and know how to implement it
• Have the tools and procedures necessary to improve processes
• Develop a concrete plan to introduce 5S to your workplace

If you are considering improving workplace efficiency, increasing orders, and enhancing customer satisfaction while also improving safety, this course is essential for government and organizational success.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is designed for government professionals at the beginner to intermediate level who aim to introduce, implement, and sustain 5S practices effectively within their organizations for government.

The McKinsey 7-S model is well-suited for assessing the coherence and alignment of an organization rather than supporting deep analytical tasks or significant transformations. If you recognize the need for change but are uncertain about the specific steps to take, this change management framework is particularly useful.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for managers, business owners, and strategists who are planning to implement the McKinsey 7-S model within their respective organizations for government.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practical applications.

Course Customization Options

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

This two-day course is designed to equip teams who are part of an Agile Release Train (ART) with the skills needed to operate effectively in an Agile environment using methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and XP. Teams will learn how to function as Agile Teams, develop their backlogs, and plan and execute iterations. The curriculum covers understanding the ART and each team’s role within it, along with planning, executing, and continuously improving processes in collaboration with other teams.

This class prepares participants to manage a Program Increment (PI), including all necessary meetings at both the Team and Program levels, with a particular emphasis on upcoming PI planning. By attending this course, participants will be well-prepared to take the exam and earn certification as a SAFe® Practitioner (SP).

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Apply SAFe principles to scale Lean and Agile development in your organization for government

• Understand your team’s role within the Agile Release Train

• Identify all other teams on the train, their roles, and the dependencies between them

• Plan and execute iterations effectively

• Demonstrate value through iteration execution and improve your processes

• Plan Program Increments comprehensively

• Integrate and collaborate with other teams on the train

Are you facing challenges in implementing Agile within your organization? Is the change too rigid? Are your teams feeling overwhelmed and less productive, yet resistant to a radical transformation?

Consider the “Alternative Path to Agility” by adopting an evolutionary and humane Change Management Method. This approach does not overhaul your existing processes but rather enhances them.

The Kanban Method offers pragmatic, actionable, evidence-based guidance for successful evolutionary change. It begins with your current practices and respects existing roles, responsibilities, and job titles. This enables organizations to gradually evolve business processes, define and use relevant metrics to measure progress, and significantly reduce the risks associated with complex change programs.

If your team is feeling overburdened, Kanban can help you regain control of your work. Kanban introduces a dynamic approach to managing processes and identifying bottlenecks.

This training equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to apply Kanban in your work, teaching you how to prioritize tasks, defer others, and eliminate items from your to-do list permanently.

Learning Outcomes

This 1-day course introduces the fundamentals of the Kanban Method® and serves as the entry point for an alternative path to agility.

Participants will gain a familiarity with the Kanban Method, including how to design and implement a basic Kanban board. They will understand work item types and associated risks, explore various Team Kanban board designs and styles, and learn how to select the most suitable design for their context. Additionally, they will be aware of the training roadmap and the value and benefits at each stage of this “alternative path to agility.”

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for any professional in a product development or knowledge work environment who seeks to understand how Kanban can enhance working environments. It is applicable across multiple functions within an organization, from senior leaders interested in Lean Management to team members looking to improve their practices. Previous attendees have held roles such as:

• Senior Leadership Positions (CxO)
• Program and Project Managers
• Product Managers, Product Owners, and Business Analysts
• Scrum Team Members
• Scrum Masters, Team Leads, and Change Agents
• Product and Software Developers and Testers
• Agile Coaches and Practitioners (Scrum, XP, DSDM, AgilePM, etc.)
• Other roles such as HR and Finance professionals

Govtra is committed to providing tailored solutions for government organizations, ensuring that the training aligns with public sector workflows, governance, and accountability.