We offer the following trainings (click for more details)
FlashDev Agile Hardware training
WHY THIS TRAINING? To keep up with the new fast changing and complex world of product development, one needs to not only be lean and agile for software, but just as much for hardware. This training provides the knowledge, insights, skills, and required mindset needed to lead or practice agile hardware. The training is based on the FlashDev™ framework for agile hardware. It is highly interactive with a well-balanced mix of theory and practice, and presented by a trainer with hands-on experience.
IS IT FOR ME? Is your organization considering, starting or already on its way to develop hardware using agile? Are you in any way involved in that, but have limited knowledge on the topic? Then this would be the training for you.
HOW LONG IS IT? 2 consecutive days (9:00 - 17:00).
WHEN AND WHERE? For groups (8 or more), we can find a suitable date/location together. For individuals, please check the events tab for any scheduled trainings.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? For groups (8 or more) price depends on group size and location. Please contact us so we can work something out. For individuals, prices start at €800 for 2 days.
ANY PREPARATION REQUIRED? It would help a lot if you already have some basic understanding of agile and Scrum. We encourage you to have a look at the FlashDev website and read some of the articles by clicking the interactive icons on it. And of course, please already think about your own learning goals.
DO I GET CERTIFIED? At the end of the training, you receive the FlashDev™ Practitioner certificate (Agile Hardware Foundation) which is included in the price. See a certification example here.
- FlashDev framework: what is it and how does it serve agile hardware?
- Goal: why agile hardware? How much / what are the trade-offs?
- Flow: how to create a flow of hardware value?
- Virtual: How to architecture and design for agile hardware? Why and how to use model based engineering and digital twin?
- Physical: How to do rapid prototyping and testing? Why and how to do agile manufacturing?
- Organization: What drives an agile hardware team? What are the lessons learned and tips for Scrum for hardware? What dependencies are there and how to deal with them? In more detail: DevOps, Compliance, Suppliers
- Foundation: On top of Lean, Agile, Systems thinking, what basic attitude is needed for agile hardware?
- The journey: how to build an agile hardware organization according FlashDev? What challenges to challenge?
- Parking lot: Timeslot to discuss topics brought in by participants
For groups (>8), we can schedule a training date and location that suits you. For individuals, please contact us so we can check for the next available option.
FlashDev Agile Hardware Scrum Master training
WHY THIS TRAINING? Being a Scrum Master is a tough job, an expertise, craftsmanship. For agile hardware development, the bar is raised further as it provides many challenges (hardware aspects, dependencies, etc.). This training, which is based on the FlashDev™ framework for agile hardware, helps you to gain knowledge, insights, basic skills, and required mindset/attitude. It is highly interactive with a well-balanced mix of theory and practice, and presented by a trainer with hands-on agile hardware Scrum Master experience.
IS IT FOR ME? Are you considering, starting or have already taken up the role of Scrum Master for a hardware development team? Do you already have experience as a Scrum Master in another environment, or just starting? Then this would be the training for you. Please mind: to start this training, you must have completed the FlashDev Agile Hardware training (https://guideu.nl/flashdev-foundation-training/).
HOW LONG IS IT? 2 consecutive days (9:00 - 16:30).
WHEN AND WHERE? For groups (8 or more), we can find a suitable date/location together. For individuals, please check the events tab for any scheduled trainings.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? For groups (8 or more) price depends on group size and location. Please contact us so we can work something out. For individuals, prices start at €800 for 2 days.
ANY PREPARATION REQUIRED? It would help a lot if you already have some basic understanding of agile and Scrum. If not, we encourage you to have a look at the FlashDev website and read some of the articles by clicking the interactive icons on it. Also, we advise you to read the online Scrum Guide (http://www.scrumguides.org/scrum-guide.html) at least once. Further, you could have a look at 'the evolution of the Scrum Master (https://www.scrum.org/resources/blog/evolution-scrum-master). And of course, please already think about your own learning goals.
DO I GET CERTIFIED? At the end of the training, you receive the FlashDev™ Agile Hardware Scrum Master certificate (included in price). See a certification example here.
- Quick recap of the FlashDev framework and basics
- The role of Scrum Master (purpose and passion, responsibilities, what's different in hardware, typical day)
- The journey (how to get you as a Scrum Master, your team and the environment to the next level?)
- Parking lot (hot topics brought in by participants)
For groups (>8), we can schedule a training date and location that suits you. For individuals, please contact us so we can check for the next available option.
Leading SAFe Training
Why this training? To gain the knowledge necessary to lead a Lean-Agile enterprise towards SAFe®. The training is highly interactive with a well balanced mix of theory and practice, and presented by a trainer with hands-on experience.
Is it for me? Is your organization starting (or on its way) to becoming a lean-agile enterprise? And, are you in a position and willing to play a leading role, but have limited knowledge on lean-agile and SAFe®? Then this would be the training for you.
How long is it? 2 consecutive days (9:00 - 16:30).
When and where? For groups (8 or more), we can find a suitable date/location together. For individuals, please check the events tab for any scheduled trainings.
How much does it cost? For groups (8 or more) price depends on group size and location. Please contact us so we can work something out. For individuals, prices start at €899 for 2 days.
Any preparation required? It would help a lot if you already have some basic understanding of agile and Scrum. If not, we encourage you to read the online Scrum Guide at least once. Also, have a look at the SAFe® big picture and read some of the articles by clicking the interactive icons on it. You can also watch the 4 minute movie on the benefits of SAFe and the 5 minute movie SAFe 4.0 in 5 minutes (a bit old, but still valid as an introduction video). Finally, please already think about your own learning goals.
Do I get certified? After this training you are eligible to take the online exam (included in price, see details here). Upon passing the exam you will receive the SAFe Agilist certificate.
- Lean-Agile basics: what is Lean? What is Agile? Lean-Agile Values, Principles, practices and mindset
- SAFe framework: Roles, Events, Artifacts, values and principles
- How to execute and release value through value streams and Agile Release Trains
- How to manage Lean Portfolio and budgeting.
- Some common practices like Continuous Delivery Pipeline
- What it means to lead a Lean-Agile transformation
- Parking lot (hot topics brought in by participants)
SAFe for Teams Training
Why this training? To gain the knowledge and build the skills needed to become a high-performing team member of an Agile Release Train (ART)—and learn how to collaborate effectively with other teams. The training is highly interactive with a well balanced mix of theory and practice, and presented by a trainer with hands-on experience.
Is it for me? Are you (or about to become) a team member of an Agile Release Train? And do you, as a group, want to apply Lean and Agile at scale, but have limited knowledge on lean-agile at scale and SAFe®? Then this would be the training for you.
How long is it? 2 consecutive days (9:00 - 16:30).
When and where? Groups only. We find a suitable date/location together.
How much does it cost? Price depends on group size and location. Please contact us so we can work something out.
Any preparation required? It would help a lot if you already have some basic understanding of agile and Scrum. If not, we encourage you to read the online Scrum Guide at least once. Also, have a look at the SAFe® big picture and read some of the articles by clicking the interactive icons on it. You can also watch the 5 minute movie SAFe 4.0 in 5 minutes (a bit old, but still valid as an introduction video). Finally, please already think about your own learning goals.
Do I get certified? After this training you are eligible to take the online exam (included in price, see details here). Upon passing the exam you will receive the SAFe Practitioner certificate.
- Apply SAFe to scale Lean and Agile development in their enterprise
- Know your team and its role on the Agile Release Train
- Know all other teams on the train, their roles, and the dependencies between the teams
- Plan Iterations
- Execute Iterations and demonstrate value
- Plan Program Increments
Agile and Scrum Foundation Training
Why this training? To gain basic knowledge of agile and Scrum via a highly interactive training with a well balanced mix of theory and practice.
Is it for me? If you are working (or about to start) in a Scrum Team and you have limited knowledge and experience with Scrum, this would be the training for you
How long is it? 2 consecutive days (9:00 - 16:30).
When and where? For groups (8 or more), we can find a suitable date/location together. For individuals, please check the events tab for any scheduled trainings.
How much does it cost? For groups (8 or more) price depends on group size and location. Please contact us so we can work something out. For individuals, prices start at €1200 for 2 days.
Any preparation required? We encourage you to read the online Scrum Guide at least once.
Do I get certified? After this training you will receive a signed certificate from GuideU. There is no exam required.
- What, why, when agile?
- Values & Principles
- Scrum: Theory, team, values, roles, events, artifacts
- Do's and don'ts, tips & tricks
- Discussion on topics brought in by participants