Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) – agility at scale https://agility-at-scale.com Find where change creates the most value Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:55:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.7 https://agility-at-scale.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/cropped-agility-at-scale-favicon-32x32.png Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) – agility at scale https://agility-at-scale.com 32 32 The 7 SAFe Core Competencies https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/competencies/ https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/competencies/#comments Wed, 05 Jul 2023 07:25:00 +0000 https://agility-at-scale.com/?p=119449 Discover the transformative power of the seven SAFe Core Competencies in driving Business Agility. From Lean-Agile Leadership, fostering a culture of change and innovation, to Team and Technical Agility, enhancing rapid solution delivery. Agile Product Delivery focuses on customer-centric solutions, while Enterprise Solution Delivery streamlines complex projects. Lean Portfolio Management aligns strategy with execution, and Organizational Agility ensures swift market adaptation. Underpinning all, a Continuous Learning Culture fosters relentless improvement. Together, these competencies shape organizations to thrive in the fast-paced digital age.

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]]> https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/essential/feed/ 11 Mastering the SAFe Confidence Vote https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/confidence-vote/ https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/confidence-vote/#comments Sat, 10 Jun 2023 20:44:40 +0000 https://agility-at-scale.com/?p=118375 The Confidence Vote is a crucial element in the Program Increment (PI) Planning process within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). It serves as a quantitative and qualitative assessment of the confidence level that Agile Release Train (ART) members have in the feasibility and successful execution of the PI objectives.

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]]> https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/confidence-vote/feed/ 3 SAFe Agile Product Delivery Assessment and Implementation Guide https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/agile-product-delivery/ https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/agile-product-delivery/#comments Fri, 09 Jun 2023 16:14:39 +0000 https://agility-at-scale.com/?p=119074 This comprehensive guide explores Agile Product Delivery in the context of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). Through it, we delve into key aspects such as Business Agility, Customer Centricity, Design Thinking, Lean UX, and the principles of Developing on Cadence and Releasing on Demand.

We further examine how to manage the Agile Release Train (ART) backlog, the significance of Product Vision, and the integration of DevOps and Continuous Delivery Pipeline in Agile Product Delivery. The piece also highlights the role of Cloud Computing, ART Flow, and the importance of Visualizing and Limiting Work in Progress.

Deeply embedded in this guide is the ethos of continuous learning, and agile adaptation to meet market rhythms and customer needs, underscoring the significance of Agile Product Delivery in achieving business agility in today's fast-paced digital landscape.

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]]> https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/agile-product-delivery/feed/ 13 Mastering Team and Technical Agility with SAFe https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/teams/ https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/teams/#comments Fri, 09 Jun 2023 11:43:13 +0000 https://agility-at-scale.com/?p=118944 Dive into this comprehensive exploration of Team and Technical Agility - a crucial element in contemporary organizations. This blog post intricately discusses its significance, association with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), and the pivotal role it plays in achieving optimal business agility. Delve into the transformation from traditional to agile teams, their configurations in the SAFe context, and how these elements interplay with Organizational Agility. Uncover key insights into Agile Team Topologies, SAFe Teams, and Teams of Teams (ARTs). Lastly, discover the importance of built-in quality and the principle of 'Accelerating Flow' for seamless value delivery. Through this blog post, equip yourself with the knowledge to foster an environment of continuous learning, improvement, and customer satisfaction. Implementing Team and Technical Agility has never been this clear!

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]]> https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/teams/feed/ 9 Implementing SAFe: Requirements Model (v6) https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/requirements-model/ https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/requirements-model/#comments Fri, 09 Jun 2023 09:54:44 +0000 http://agility-at-scale.com/?p=84123 "Software development is a complex and often challenging process. As development teams grow in size, managing requirements becomes increasingly difficult. The Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) provides a comprehensive framework for managing requirements in an Agile environment, ensuring that development efforts are aligned with the overall business strategy. At the heart of SAFe is the SAFe Requirements Model, which breaks down requirements into epics, features, stories, and enablers. In this blog post, we will explore these elements of the SAFe Requirements Model and how they work together to create a practical framework for managing requirements in an Agile environment. We will also look at how the SAFe Requirements Model is used in a real-world development scenario, and the minimum documentation requirements for managing epics, features, and user stories in SAFe. By the end of this post, you will better understand the SAFe Requirements Model and how it helps you manage requirements in your Agile development program."

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]]> https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/requirements-model/feed/ 24 SAFe Requirements Model (v6) – Program Level https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/requirements-program/ https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/requirements-program/#comments Thu, 27 Apr 2023 16:13:24 +0000 http://agility-at-scale.com/?p=118049 This comprehensive guide explores agile requirements for the program level, covering team organization, vision, features, nonfunctional requirements, and the Agile Release Train. Learn how to successfully scale agile practices and deliver value through incremental releases.

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]]> https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/requirements-program/feed/ 9 SAFe Planning and Execution Series: An Introduction https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/introduction/ https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/introduction/#comments Thu, 06 Apr 2023 12:33:29 +0000 http://agility-at-scale.com/?p=118100 This introductory blog post sets the stage for our deep dive into SAFe planning and execution. We'll explore the major operational areas and how they work together to achieve end-to-end agility through Portfolio, Program, and Team levels, paving the way for a comprehensive understanding of the framework in the upcoming posts.

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]]> https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/introduction/feed/ 8 SAFe Requirements Model (v6) – Portfolio Level https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/requirements-portfolio/ https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/requirements-portfolio/#comments Mon, 27 Mar 2023 17:10:18 +0000 http://agility-at-scale.com/?p=118056 In this blog post, we examine the Scaled Agile Portfolio level of the Big Picture, discussing strategic investment themes, epics, the Portfolio Backlog, and the concept of architectural runway. Learn how these essential components help manage agile requirements at scale and the role of the Portfolio Management Team in establishing the strategic direction of products and services.

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]]> https://agility-at-scale.com/safe/requirements-portfolio/feed/ 11 Customizing Agile Frameworks: Tailoring Practices to Fit Your Organization’s Unique Needs https://agility-at-scale.com/implementing/customizing-agile/ https://agility-at-scale.com/implementing/customizing-agile/#comments Mon, 27 Mar 2023 14:59:27 +0000 https://agility-at-scale.com/?p=118408 In this blog post, explore the foundations of Agile, various frameworks and methods, and learn how to mix and match practices to create a tailored approach that suits your organization's unique context and requirements.

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