Introduction:

Scrum@Scale is a flexible framework designed to scale Scrum practices across multiple teams working on large projects. It provides the structure necessary for organizations to achieve agile project management at an enterprise level while maintaining Scrum’s key principles of collaboration, flexibility, and iterative progress. This 5-day course introduces participants to Scrum@Scale, focusing on its implementation for large-scale projects. Participants will gain practical insights into scaling Scrum effectively, ensuring alignment across teams, and driving successful project outcomes.

Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

1. Understand the principles and practices of Scrum@Scale.
2. Learn how to implement Scrum across multiple teams in large projects.
3. Gain knowledge of key Scrum@Scale components such as the Scrum of Scrums (SoS) and the MetaScrum.
4. Learn techniques to align multiple teams with strategic goals and ensure coordinated delivery.
5. Understand how to handle complexity and dependencies in large-scale Scrum projects.
6. Be prepared to design and implement Scrum@Scale for real-world projects.

Who Should Attend:

This course is ideal for professionals who are involved in managing large-scale projects, implementing Scrum, or seeking to scale Scrum practices across teams, including:

• Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches
• Product Owners and Senior Product Managers
• Project Managers and Program Managers
• Team Leads and Development Managers
• Organizational Change Agents and Agile Transformation Leaders
• Anyone interested in scaling Scrum practices in large projects

Course Outline:

Day 1: Introduction to Scrum@Scale and Key Principles

• Session 1: Introduction to Scrum@Scale
  • What is Scrum@Scale? Overview and Benefits for Large Projects
  • Understanding the Need for Scaling Scrum in Complex Projects
  • Key Principles and Values of Scrum@Scale
• Session 2: Core Components of Scrum@Scale
  • The Scrum of Scrums (SoS): How it Works and When to Use It
  • The MetaScrum: Connecting Scrum Teams to Business Goals
  • The Scaling Framework: Roles, Events, and Artifacts
• Session 3: Organizational Alignment and Vision
  • Aligning Scrum Teams to Organizational Vision and Strategy
  • Creating and Communicating a Unified Vision Across Teams
  • Building Cross-Functional Teams for Collaboration and Innovation
• Activity: Group Exercise – Defining a Scrum@Scale Vision for a Hypothetical Project

Day 2: Scrum of Scrums (SoS) and MetaScrum Implementation

• Session 1: The Scrum of Scrums (SoS)
  • Organizing Scrum Teams for the SoS: Roles and Responsibilities
  • How to Conduct SoS Meetings: Structure, Frequency, and Content
  • Identifying and Managing Dependencies Between Teams
• Session 2: MetaScrum: Bridging the Gap Between Teams and Business
  • The Role of the MetaScrum in Aligning Product Backlogs and Business Strategy
  • Involving Key Stakeholders in the MetaScrum for Prioritization and Decision Making
  • Managing the Flow of Work Across Teams and Product Increments
• Session 3: Coordination Across Multiple Scrum Teams
  • Identifying Cross-Team Dependencies and Risks
  • Techniques for Managing Cross-Team Backlog Refinement and Sprint Planning
  • Implementing Scrum@Scale to Achieve Continuous Delivery and Incremental Value
• Activity: Workshop – Designing a Scrum of Scrums for a Large-Scale Product Development Project

Day 3: Scaling Scrum Roles and Artifacts

• Session 1: Scaling Scrum Roles
  • Scrum Master’s Role in a Scaled Environment: From Team Facilitator to Organization-wide Leader
  • Product Owner’s Role: Coordinating Multiple Product Backlogs and Maintaining Value Delivery
  • The Scrum@Scale Leadership Model: Executive Scrum Masters and Chief Product Owners
• Session 2: Scaling Scrum Artifacts
  • Managing Multiple Product Backlogs Across Teams
  • Aligning Sprint Goals, Product Backlogs, and Increments Across Teams
  • Ensuring Transparency and Visibility Across the Program Level
• Session 3: Communication and Collaboration in Scrum@Scale
  • Using Agile Tools and Practices for Communication Across Teams
  • Ensuring Cross-Functional Collaboration in Large Projects
  • Facilitating Information Sharing and Decision Making in Scaled Scrum Environments
• Activity: Role Play – Managing Scrum Roles in a Large-Scale Scrum Organization

Day 4: Overcoming Challenges in Large-Scale Scrum Projects

• Session 1: Handling Complexity in Large-Scale Projects
  • Dealing with Complexity in Large Projects: Dependencies, Interactions, and Organizational Challenges
  • Scaling Scrum without Complicating the Framework: Keeping Simplicity and Focus
  • Mitigating Risk in Large-Scale Scrum Projects
• Session 2: Continuous Improvement in Scrum@Scale
  • Identifying and Addressing Bottlenecks in Large Scrum Implementations
  • Using Retrospectives and Feedback Loops to Drive Organizational Agility
  • Ensuring Continuous Delivery of Value and Customer-Centric Outcomes
• Session 3: Tools and Techniques for Managing Scaled Scrum Projects
  • Agile Tools for Tracking Progress, Managing Backlogs, and Coordinating Teams
  • Metrics for Scaling Scrum: Throughput, Cycle Time, and Delivery Velocity
  • Scaling Scrum with Remote Teams and Distributed Development
• Activity: Problem Solving Exercise – Identifying and Solving Common Scaling Issues in Large-Scale Scrum

Day 5: Leading Successful Scrum@Scale Transformations

• Session 1: Leading and Managing Organizational Change
  • Transitioning to Scrum@Scale: Key Considerations and Challenges
  • Building Organizational Support and Leading Cultural Change
  • Identifying Success Factors and Measuring Success in Scrum@Scale
• Session 2: Scaling Scrum in Multi-Project Environments
  • Implementing Scrum@Scale for Multi-Project Portfolios and Program Management
  • Coordinating Work Across Multiple Scrum@Scale Teams with Different Objectives
  • Ensuring Strategic Alignment and Vision Delivery Across Multiple Projects
• Session 3: Real-World Case Studies and Best Practices
  • Learning from Real-World Scrum@Scale Implementations and Success Stories
  • Key Takeaways from Large-Scale Scrum Projects
  • Identifying Pitfalls and Challenges in Scaling Scrum
• Activity: Final Group Exercise – Designing a Scrum@Scale Implementation Plan for a Complex Project

Course Delivery:

• Interactive Sessions: In-depth lectures with real-world examples of Scrum@Scale implementations.
• Hands-on Workshops: Practical exercises for designing and implementing Scrum@Scale frameworks for large projects.
• Case Studies: Analysis of successful and challenging Scrum@Scale implementations in various industries.
• Group Discussions and Role Plays: Collaborative activities to facilitate problem-solving and sharing of experiences.
• Tools and Templates: Participants will receive tools, templates, and frameworks for implementing Scrum@Scale in their organizations.