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Course Outline

Introduction to Agile

  • The rationale for adopting Agile.
  • Core objectives of Agile methodologies.
  • Understanding Agile mechanics.
  • Benefits of an Agile approach.

Command & Control vs. Agile

  • The traditional factory model.
  • Functioning of a cannon (rigid system).
  • Functioning of a missile (adaptive system).
  • The foundational pillars of Kanban.
  • Overview of the broader context.

Process

  • Underlying concepts of Kanban.
  • Core Kanban rules.
  • Key performance metrics.
  • Creating flow diagrams.
  • Supporting technical practices.

Team Work

  • Fostering shared responsibility.
  • Promoting self-organization.
  • Encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Maximizing the benefits of effective teamwork.

Kanban Board

  • Strategies for visualizing processes.
  • Steps to create a Kanban Board.
  • Understanding and implementing WIP limits.
  • Defining and introducing Classes of Service.

Customer Engagement

  • Identifying common sources of waste.
  • Mapping value streams.

Waste

  • Techniques for Value Stream Mapping.
  • Analyzing waste.
  • Key concepts behind Kaizen (MUDA / MURI / MURA).
  • Identifying and analyzing bottlenecks.
  • Applying the Five Focusing Steps.

Simulation

  • Participating in simulation games.
  • Facilitating group discussions.
  • Exploring advanced topics.

Requirements

Essential Requirements:

Familiarity with fundamental project management terminology and prior experience working within multi-person project teams.

Suggested Preparations:

Completion of the 'Agile Project Management with Scrum' training course is advised.

 14 Hours

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