Scaling Scrum with SAFe, Nexus, and LeSS Frameworks Training Course

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Duration

4 Days

Course Overview

This course is designed to help teams and organizations implement Scrum at scale using frameworks like SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), Nexus, and LeSS (Large-Scale Scrum). Participants will learn techniques to manage dependencies, align multiple teams, and ensure smooth collaboration in large-scale Agile projects. Through hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world applications, attendees will gain practical knowledge to drive alignment and collaboration across complex projects.

Format of Training

  • Instructor-led sessions with in-depth coverage of scaling frameworks.
  • Hands-on lab exercises to implement SAFe, Nexus, and LeSS practices.
  • Group discussions and simulations to explore real-world scaling scenarios.
  • Case studies to analyze successful large-scale Scrum implementations.

Course Objectives

  1. Understand the principles and practices of SAFe, Nexus, and LeSS frameworks.
  2. Align multiple Scrum teams with organizational goals and strategy.
  3. Manage dependencies and ensure smooth collaboration between teams.
  4. Implement scaling techniques to facilitate large-scale Agile projects.
  5. Identify and resolve challenges in scaling Scrum for large organizations.
  6. Monitor progress and improve performance using metrics and dashboards.
  7. Apply scaling frameworks to specific organizational needs and contexts.

Prerequisites

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Scaling Scrum
Session 1: Challenges in Scaling Scrum

  • Common obstacles in scaling Agile practices for large teams.
  • Overview of SAFe, Nexus, and LeSS frameworks.

Session 2: SAFe Principles and Practices

  • Core principles of SAFe: Lean-Agile mindset, PI Planning, and ARTs.
  • Hands-on lab: Setting up a Program Increment (PI) plan using SAFe.

Session 3: Collaboration and Alignment with SAFe

  • Managing dependencies and fostering collaboration across teams.
  • Group activity: Simulating cross-team alignment using SAFe practices.

 

Day 2: Nexus Framework
Session 1: Nexus Framework Overview

  • Principles and structure of Nexus for scaling Scrum.
  • Managing a Nexus Integration Team to coordinate efforts.

Session 2: Managing Dependencies with Nexus

  • Tools and techniques for identifying and managing cross-team dependencies.
  • Hands-on lab: Implementing a Nexus workflow for multiple teams.

Session 3: Advanced Collaboration Techniques with Nexus

  • Synchronizing events across multiple Scrum teams.
  • Group activity: Resolving interdependencies using Nexus practices.

 

Day 3: Large-Scale Scrum (LeSS)
Session 1: Introduction to LeSS Framework

  • Core principles of LeSS: Simplicity, transparency, and scaling rules.
  • Differences between LeSS and SAFe/Nexus.

Session 2: LeSS Implementation Techniques

  • Structuring teams and managing product backlogs in LeSS.
  • Hands-on lab: Designing a backlog for a multi-team LeSS implementation.

Session 3: Resolving Challenges in LeSS Adoption

  • Addressing cultural and organizational challenges in LeSS.
  • Case studies: Successful implementations of LeSS.

 

Day 4: Applying Scaling Frameworks in Organizations
Session 1: Comparing SAFe, Nexus, and LeSS

  • Strengths, weaknesses, and suitability of each framework.
  • Selecting the right framework based on organizational needs.

Session 2: Metrics and Dashboards for Scaling Scrum

  • Using metrics to monitor progress and identify improvement areas.
  • Hands-on lab: Building dashboards for scaled Scrum projects.

Session 3: Developing a Scaling Strategy

  • Group activity: Creating a scaling plan for a real-world project scenario.
  • Feedback and refinement of strategies.

Session 4: Final Review and Q&A

  • Recap of key concepts and techniques for scaling Scrum.
  • Open forum for participant-specific questions and challenges.
Team reviewing charts and documents together around a meeting table

Bespoke Option

We are open to customizing this program to align with your specific learning objectives. If your team has particular goals or areas they wish to focus on, we would be happy to tailor the course outline to meet those needs and ensure the program supports the achievement of your desired outcomes.

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