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Course Outline
Introduction to Agile
- The rationale behind Agile adoption
- Core objectives of the Agile framework
- Underlying mechanisms and operational dynamics
- Benefits and strategic applications
Command & Control vs. Agile
- Comparison with the traditional factory model
- Cannonball analogy: fixed targeting
- Missile analogy: adaptive navigation
- Foundational pillars of Kanban
- Strategic overview and big picture view
Process
- Underlying concepts and theory of Kanban
- Key Kanban rules and guidelines
- Essential performance metrics
- Process flow visualization and diagramming
- Supporting technical practices
Team Collaboration
- Fostering shared accountability
- Principles of self-organization
- Importance of interdisciplinary collaboration
- Maximizing the benefits of effective teamwork
Kanban Board
- Strategies for visualizing workflows
- Steps to construct an effective Kanban board
- Defining and implementing WIP limits
- Establishing and applying Classes of Service
Customer Engagement
- Identifying the most prevalent forms of waste
- Understanding and mapping value streams
Waste Reduction
- Techniques for Value Stream Mapping
- In-depth analysis of waste
- Core principles of Kaizen (Muda, Muri, Mura)
- Identification and analysis of bottlenecks
- Application of the Five Focusing Steps
Simulation
- Practical simulation exercises
- Facilitated group discussions
- Exploration of advanced topics
Requirements
Essential Requirements:
Participants should possess a foundational understanding of key project management terminology and have prior experience collaborating within cross-functional teams.
Recommended Background:
Completing the "Agile Project Management with Scrum" course is advised to reinforce core concepts.
14 Hours
Testimonials (2)
How much value the Agile methodology can bring to an organisation.
Simon Trace - Gallagher Benefit Services
Course - Agile Project Management with Kanban and Jira
team exercises