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SAFe® Coaches Handbook

By : Darren Wilmshurst, Lindy Quick
Book Image

SAFe® Coaches Handbook

By: Darren Wilmshurst, Lindy Quick

Overview of this book

The Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) is widely recognized as an eff ective methodology for implementing Agile practices at the Enterprise level. However, the complexity of SAFe® can make it challenging for Teams and organizations to determine which practices can be safely adapted to their unique needs. Although SAFe® is a framework rather than a set of rules, promoting adaptation, it’s crucial to understand why SAFe® practices are designed the way they are along with the consequences of modifying them. The SAFe® Coaches Handbook is a comprehensive resource that goes beyond a how-to guide, providing a deep understanding of SAFe® principles and practices. The chapters are designed in a way to teach you how to successfully implement SAFe® in your organization and eff ectively manage the Team’s Backlog while avoiding common pitfalls. You’ll discover optimal ways to create SAFe® Teams and run successful Events. You’ll also learn how to plan Agile Release Trains (ARTs), manage the ART Backlog, conduct PI Planning, and grasp the importance of Value Stream Identifi cation in driving value delivery. By the end of this book, you’ll be armed with practical tips and advice to help you successfully customize the Scaled Agile Framework to your Enterprise’s needs while preserving the aspects that make it work successfully.
Table of Contents (26 chapters)
Free Chapter
2
Part 1: Agile Teams
7
Part 2: Agile Release Trains
13
Part 3: Portfolio
20
Chapter 17: Embracing Agility and Nurturing Transformation
21
Glossary
Appendix A

PI Planning

The PI Planning Event is one of the most important events for any organization executing SAFe®. It’s often said that if you aren’t doing PI Planning, you aren’t doing SAFe®. PI Planning is like Iteration Planning for the ART. It’s often referred to as the heartbeat and is pivotal in keeping the Train on the tracks and delivering the right work.

There is a lot of work and effort that goes into the execution of successful PI Planning. As a Coach, you will want to ensure that the Release Train Engineer (RTE) is preparing throughout the PI for the next PI Planning Event.

Traditionally, PI Planning was a face-to-face event that occurred every 8-12 weeks, with 10 being typical. However, since Covid-19, it may no longer be practical or feasible to hold planning face-to-face. When possible, we still encourage face-to-face planning, as it promotes team building and collaboration.

If face-to-face planning is not an option, ensure you...