Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
Developed by a well-known software systems development methodologist Dean Leffingwell in 2011, the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) is a comprehensive approach for implementing lean and agile practices at an enterprise scale.
Core Components:
Core components of SAFe work together to create a cohesive framework to scale up agility across large enterprises.
- Agile Release Train (ART):
The ART is the heartbeat of SAFe. It’s a long-lived, cross-functional team that delivers value incrementally. They follow a fixed cadence, typically 8–12 weeks, known as a Program Increment (PI).
- Program Increment (PI):
The PI is a timebox during which an ART delivers a set of features. It provides a structured rhythm for planning, execution, and review, involving all ART members, stakeholders, and product owners.
- Value Streams:
A value stream represents the steps required to deliver a specific solution or product. It includes all the people, processes, and tools involved in creating value for the customer.
- Lean-Agile Leadership:
