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    Agile training for leaders

    Learn all you need to know about leading an Agile organization

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    As a leader, there are essential skills and knowledge you must possess to thrive in your Agile organization fully.

    This comprehensive training course in Agile methodology addresses the unique challenges faced by leaders in modern software organizations. Tailored to participants’ individual needs, your leaders get exactly what they need, from the essentials and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to product organization design, transparency, and ethical considerations.  

    Invest in the growth of your leaders and give them a learning journey that will empower them to navigate the complexities of Agile leadership, driving innovation and achieving sustainable success in the digital era.

    Why you as a leader benefit from this training:

    • Learn how to empower teams, foster collaboration, and motivate individuals
    • Develop a solid foundation in Agile principles, methodologies, and practices
    • Gain the necessary tools and strategies to initiate and lead Agile transformations
    • Enhance productivity and efficiency throughout the organization
    • Encourage innovation and adaptability in response to changing market demands
    • Tackle potential risks early on with data-driven decisions

    Duration:

    0.5 day-5 days total (typically a module takes half a day)

    Type:

    Informative training, with plenty of room to discuss the audience’s specific issues

    Audience:

    Organization leaders (including C and VP level), business unit leaders and heads of R&D and IT. Some manager-level leaders will benefit from this training also.

    Empower your entire team with new skills

    Contact us to plan this training just for your team.

    Our experiences of working with Eficode are good. If we were faced with a similar situation again, we would definitely contact them.

    Liisa Åström
    Vice President, Products & Systems at Vaisala

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    Agility starts from the top

    Succeed with your Agile transformation 

    Your leaders will be equipped to lead the implementation of Agile methodologies, foster an Agile culture, and navigate the complexities of organizational change, ensuring a smooth and effective transformation.

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    Be a more Agile organization 

    When your leaders master the Agile practices, your business will be able to quickly respond to market changes, customer demands, and emerging opportunities, gaining a competitive edge.

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    Be more innovative and productive

    Your leaders will be able to create an environment that encourages creativity, experimentation, and continuous learning. Ultimately, this will all make you a more innovative and productive organization.

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    Be more focused on the customer and market

    Your leaders will inspire the organization to incorporate customer feedback into the development process, ensuring your products and services meet customer expectations, which leads to customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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    Training modules

    Give your leaders a deep understanding of the core principles and values that drive Agile success, fostering collaboration, adaptability, and continuous improvement. 

    • Explore key Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and Lean, and learn how to apply them effectively in the leadership role. 
    • Master Agile processes at the team level, from user stories and backlog management to sprint planning and execution.
    • Gain insights into implementing Agile principles at scale, managing complexity and coordinating effectively in larger projects or organizations. 

    Real-world examples and best practices are shared by experienced Agile practitioners.

    Equip your leaders with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities and uncertainties inherent in software development.

    • Gain insights into the unique challenges of software development, including rapidly changing technology and evolving customer demands. 
    • Discover effective strategies for managing complexity, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and adapting to uncertain environments. 
    • Embrace Agile leadership principles to empower self-organizing teams, drive innovation, and create a culture of continuous improvement.

    Real-world examples and best practices are shared by experienced leaders in software organizations.

    Learn how to design a product organization that drives innovation and value delivery, and fosters a culture of success. In this module, the leader will: 

    • Discover strategies for setting clear direction and aligning product vision with organizational goals. 
    • Explore different organizational structures and their impact on collaboration and decision-making. 
    • Gain insights into financial management and incentive systems that encourage value-driven product development. 
    • Dive into methodologies and practices for efficient value delivery and customer satisfaction. 
    • Understand the critical role of company culture in shaping high-performance product organizations.

    Deep-dive into the world of Agile antipatterns: Dark Agile.

    We will: 

    • Shed some light on practices that undermine true Agile principles. 
    • Explore common Agile pitfalls and recognize the warning signs hindering Agile success.
    • Unmask the practices masquerading as Agile but fail to uphold its core values. 

    Through real-world stories and examples, your leaders will understand the consequences of Dark Agile and its impact on organizations. They will also learn to promote a transparent Agile culture, emphasizing collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer value.

    Give your leaders the right knowledge and skills to cultivate a thriving Agile culture and navigate the complexities of transformation.

    • Understand why you need Agile culture and how it influences your collaboration and innovation. 
    • Learn strategies to foster an Agile mindset, create psychological safety, and promote continuous learning.
    • Explore the driving, enabling, and counter forces impacting Agile transformations.
    • Identify and manage dominant counterforces that impede progress and hinder Agile success.
    • Get the leadership capabilities to initiate and guide Agile transformations.
    • Learn effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and change management strategies.
    • Discover techniques to sustain and evolve Agile culture over time.
    • Foster continuous learning, create feedback loops and adapt Agile practices to meet changing needs.

    Empower your entire team with new skills

    Contact us to plan this training just for your team or organization