This workshop is for anyone who wants to improve their understanding of Agile. In particular: business analysts; customer journey managers; product owners; project leaders; testers; business change managers and anyone involved in Agile change.

The AssistKD Agile Awareness Workshop discusses Agile development and covers the fundamental Agile components including principles, methods and techniques. It is intended for anyone wishing to understand Agile and appreciate how this approach is used in practice.

Upon completion of this workshop, candidates will gain a broad understanding of the following:  

• The values and principles of Agile
• The difference between traditional and Agile methods
• The variety of different Agile methods and an overview of Scrum
• Capturing and managing requirements using user stories
• The role of prioritisation in Agile projects and the application of the MoSCoW prioritisation technique
• The purpose of Agile backlogs and user story maps
• Key considerations when adopting Agile and the factors affecting success

Agile Awareness Workshop (a one-day workshop)

Course Content

The Agile Philosophy

• What is Agile?
• The Agile Manifesto
• Agile myths and misconceptions
• Agile components
• How lean thinking relates to Agile

Agile Principles

• The Agile Manifesto principles
• Agile key features
  • Collaborative working
  • Self-organising teams
  • Continuous improvement
  • Iterative development
  • Incremental delivery
  • Plan for and build-in change

Agile Methods

• Traditional methods versus Agile methods
• Defined versus empirical approaches
• Strengths and weaknesses of Agile
• Popular Agile methods: Scrum; eXtreme Programming; Lean Software Development; DSDM; SAFe
• Overview of Scrum

User Stories

• User story elements
• Developing user stories: The 3 Cs

Agile Prioritisation

• Prioritisation in Agile projects
• MoSCoW prioritisation

Agile Backlogs

• The solution (product) backlog
• Hierarchy of user stories
• Ordering and refining the backlog
• Release and iteration backlogs
• Prioritisation and timeboxes
• User Story Maps

Adopting Agile

• Factors affecting the success of Agile
• Considerations when adopting Agile

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Here's a quick guide to the topics covered on the day of the workshop.

You will receive a link to enable you to access a digital copy of the course manual.

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How do AssistKD’s virtual workshops work?

AssistKD’s virtual workshops are conducted live and online in a ‘virtual’ classroom space via Microsoft Teams. 
On the day of the workshop, we ask delegates to log on in time for a 9am start. The workshop ends at 4.30pm. An hour is ring-fenced for lunch, but timings can vary.

Designed to be interactive, responsive and engaging, our virtual (live) courses are led by trainers who are experts in their fields, with real-life industry experience.

The benefit of the virtual classroom is that delegates enjoy all the benefits of ‘in-real-time' training, but with no travel requirements or overnight stays.

Regular comfort breaks, team exercises and break-out sessions keep delegates focused and reinforce learning.

Can you attend virtual workshops from outside the UK?

Yes, however you will be issued with a digital workshop manual in advance of the workshop, not a printed manual.

When will I receive my joining instructions?

You will receive joining instructions two weeks before the start of your workshop. One week before the workshop you will receive detailed instructions on how to log on.

I am concerned about logging on, is there support available?

If you have concerns about logging on and your technology, it is best to address these prior to the day of the workshop. We can offer you a test call at a time that suits you. To request this please contact support@assistkd.com

I have additional needs, can they be accommodated?

Please provide us with full details of any additional needs in advance of the workshop so that we can work with you to accommodate them. Please contact enquiries@assistkd.com

When will I receive my workshop manual?

You will receive your workshop manual, in both printed and digital form, 1-2 weeks before the start of your workshop.

Can you accommodate a last-minute booking?

Yes, provided there is availability.

What happens if I need to reschedule, do I have to pay twice?

If you need to reschedule, to avoid a cancellation fee please give 10 working days’ notice by contacting enquiries@assistkd.com.

Do you offer workshops over the weekend?

Our virtual (live) classroom and face-to-face classroom workshops run from Monday to Friday only.