Implementing SAFe: Scaling Agile for Enterprise Teams

Scaling Agile principles beyond a few small teams into a large enterprise requires a structured approach to alignment and execution. Without a common framework, coordination chaos quickly undermines productivity and innovation. This course introduces you to the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), providing the foundational knowledge required to operate effectively within a large-scale Agile environment. Upon completion, you will be able to define the core components, terminology, and events of SAFe, enabling you to contribute meaningfully to large enterprise transformations and support the continuous flow of value. What you'll learn: * Understand the core Lean-Agile principles and values that underpin the SAFe structure. * Define the essential roles, teams, and artifacts used within the Agile Release Train (ART). * Practice the preparation and execution steps for Program Increment (PI) planning sessions. * Apply Value Stream Mapping techniques to visualize and optimize the flow of value through the enterprise. * Configure basic concepts of Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) for strategic funding and governance. * Learn how to integrate continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) practices within the SAFe flow. We begin with foundational terminology and the necessity of scaling, move through the core team structures and roles, and finish with practical application of major SAFe events like PI planning. This course is designed for absolute beginners in SAFe, including Agile practitioners, project managers, and organizational leaders transitioning to scaled environments. Start reading today to master the fundamentals of enterprise agility.