Agile methodologies have become a mainstream component in the world of software development. Not surprising, Agile methods can be applied to many other types of business work. In our Agile Boot Camp for Non-Software Work, we apply agile techniques to addressing business processes, infrastructure, operations, and other types of work.
While not a silver bullet, Agile Methodologies have become the most practical way to create outstanding results. We will look at leading Agile methodologies for both discovery and operational work. You will learn the basic concepts behind Agility and how Agile can help you in your daily efforts.
- Gain knowledge of Agile principles, concepts, and mindset and understand why they are so important for each team
- Apply these concepts to work other than software development
- Follow the team approach; start as a team, finish as a team — and focus on delivering value to the organization
- Understand the power of the teams and typical agile team roles
- Learn Agile approaches for sustainability, infrastructure, operations, and non-IT work
- Understand when to use methods like Scrum or Kanban
- Learn methods that support incremental and emergent projects but also continuous flow work
- Embrace Agile planning techniques and recognize the value of continuous planning
- Map and visualize workflow to eliminate bottlenecks and streamline capacity
- Achieving a continuous improvement culture and Practice and maintain a regular cadence for delivering work
Who Should AttendThis course is designed for anyone who wants to apply agile techniques to their own work, even if it’s not software related.
Because this is an immersion course and the intent is to engage in the practices every Agile team will employ, this course is recommended for all team members.
That includes, but is not limited to:
- Anyone wanting to apply Agile to their work, even if not software related
- Business people wanting to apply Agile to their business projects and processes
- Infrastructure, Operations, Sustainability, Support Services staff
- Teams and individuals doing non-IT work, projects or continuous flow work
- Teams and individuals who support or work with other Agile teams
- Specialty Teams, Transactional Teams
- Even software developers will benefit!
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.