Introduction to Agile

This course provides a foundational view of the Agile practices and mindset, including a brief history of Agile, what the key drivers and challenges are with Agility, a look at Scrum and Kanban, and some defining characteristics of Agile organizations.

If there is a distinct audience this course content may be tailored to suit their interests.

Note: This course is available to be completed in 2 half days or one full day.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

This course is designed for individuals and teams:

• Just starting on an Agile journey.
• Looking to refresh or realign on what Agile means.
• Launching a new initiative or new team.

After this workshop, an attendee will have a very high-level understanding of:

• The fundamental characteristics of Agility.
• The core principles behind Agile, the Agile Mindset and Agile Thinking.
• What Agile is, what Scrum is, and what Kanban is.
• Some key terminology and expectations.

No prerequisite formal training or certification required.

Here are some recommended learning suggestions for before the class:

• “The Agile Manifesto” – www.agilemanifesto.org
• "The Scrum Guides” by Jeff Sutherland and Ken Schwaber – www.scrumguides.org
• “Essential Kanban Condensed” by David J Anderson and Andy Carmichael – kanbanbooks.com
• “The Official Guide to the Kanban Method” by Kanban University – resources.kanban.university/kanban-guide

Welcome, Logistics & Expectations

Part 1 – Agile Fundamentals

• What is Agile?
• Agile Principles
• Business Agility
• Drivers and Challenges

Part 2 – Scrum Fundamentals

• What is Scrum?
• Scrum Values
• Scrum Framework
• Process
• Roles
• Events
• Artefacts

Part 3 – Kanban Fundamentals

• What is Kanban?
• Service Delivery Mindset
• Kanban Principles and Practices
• A Systems Thinking Approach
• Evolutionary Change

Part 4 – Changing the Way We Think & Work

• Work
• Delivering Value
• Responding to Change
• Being a Team

Part 5 – Wrap Up

• Factors to Consider
• Lean Coffee