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 Duration 21 hours

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Introduction to the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

  • Foundational overview of the SAFe framework
  • Governing values and operational principles
  • Strategic advantages of SAFe adoption for government operations

Understanding the Role of the RTE

  • Primary duties and accountabilities of the Release Train Engineer (RTE)
  • The RTE as a servant leader and facilitator
  • Critical competencies required for RTE effectiveness in the public sector

Agile Release Train (ART) Fundamentals

  • Definition and scope of Agile Release Trains
  • Structuring ARTs to deliver mission-critical value
  • Defined roles and responsibilities within an ART

Leading ART Events

  • Summary of standard ART events and cadence
  • Effective facilitation of Program Increment (PI) Planning
  • Execution and management of ART synchronization activities

Preparing for PI Planning

  • Preparation steps to ensure operational success
  • Aligning cross-functional teams and organizational stakeholders
  • Development of preliminary Program Increment plans

Conducting PI Planning

  • Best practices for facilitating productive PI Planning sessions
  • Advanced facilitation methods suitable for RTEs
  • Identification and mitigation of program-level and team risks

Executing the PI

  • Monitoring program progress via Program Boards
  • Maintaining alignment with strategic and operational objectives
  • Adapting execution plans in response to feedback and emerging needs

Managing Risks and Dependencies

  • Systematic identification and tracking of operational risks
  • Application of dependency management methodologies
  • Implementation of proactive risk mitigation strategies for government contexts

Fostering a Culture of Continuous Improvement

  • Conducting Inspect and Adapt workshops
  • Utilizing performance metrics to drive organizational improvement
  • Cultivating an environment conducive to continuous learning and adaptation

Advanced Facilitation Techniques

  • Engaging hybrid, remote, and distributed workforces
  • Effective conflict resolution and resolution strategies
  • Promoting inter-agency collaboration and innovative problem-solving

Leading Agile Transformation

  • Scaling Agile methodologies across large-scale government programs
  • Strategies for managing organizational change and stakeholder buy-in
  • Maintaining long-term sustainability of Agile transformations

RTE Toolkit

  • Recommended tools and practices for RTEs in the public sector
  • Utilization of official SAFe resources and frameworks
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and certification

Requirements

  • Established foundational knowledge of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
  • Basic proficiency with the principles and structure of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

Intended Audience

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

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