MVP & Experimentation

MVP & Experimentation

Why We Experiment As we conceptualize our significant development initiatives (Epics), there is a compelling need to determine the viability of these amazing ideas early on. SAFe advocates that we should experiment as we consider these ideas. Experimentation in SAFe:...
What is a Solution?

What is a Solution?

What is a Solution? As we consider leveraging SAFe®, there is a strong need to evolve how we work and execute. This entails moving away from a project (Waterfall) mindset and segueing towards a product/solution mindset.  In SAFe, a solution is a product, good, and/or...
The Role of the Epic Owner

The Role of the Epic Owner

What’s an Epic? Those of you familiar with SAFe® have probably heard the term “Epic.” A Portfolio Epic describes a significant development initiative that usually spans multiple value streams and Program Increments (PIs). Because of their large scope, Portfolio Epics...
What is Lean-Agile Thinking?

What is Lean-Agile Thinking?

As we, as Leaders, consider undergoing an Agile Transformation, the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) advocates that it is important that Leaders embrace a new mindset.  This mindset is rooted in Lean-Agile thinking and it is called the “Lean-Agile Mindset.”  A mindset is...