In enterprise portfolio management, mastering the nuances of a wide range of new concepts like SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework for Enterprise), LPM (Lean Portfolio Management), ART (Agile Release Train), and PI (Program Increment) is essential. In an industry filled with acronyms that represent specific techniques and processes, precise communication is crucial, from the boardroom to […]

Boost the efficiency, effectiveness, and outcomes of your PI Planning sessions with this agenda Align teams, streamline processes, and drive strategic success with this template PI Planning agenda. How this template helps Effective PI Planning is vital for scaling Agile. Our PI Planning Agenda Template helps you lead organized, focused, and productive sessions, ensuring team

What is accrual? Accrual is the process by which costs that have been incurred but not paid are accounted for. You can think of it like a credit card. At the end of the month, the transactions in your bank account are not a complete representation of the money that you have spent that month.

Introduction Prioritization is a cornerstone of portfolio performance in agile organizations. Effective prioritization ensures that teams focus on the most critical tasks, optimizing resource allocation and accelerating delivery. By systematically deciding the order of tasks, projects, and initiatives based on their importance and urgency, teams can enhance their efficiency, streamline workflows, and improve overall productivity

Introduction Is your agile transformation stalling before it even begins? Organizations feel overwhelmed by the scale of the challenge ahead of them in the context of ‘agile transformations’. The volume of jargon, the consultants queuing up to provide their perspective, and the time-consuming reality of putting out today’s fires can make the path ahead feel

Introduction In value-driven markets, organizations must adapt and deliver value continuously. Yet organizations are held back by traditional governance and decision-making frameworks that fail to keep pace with the demands for agility and innovation. For companies adopting Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) practices within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), a radical rethinking of these processes is

Introduction Jira is an incredibly flexible tool. But with great flexibility, comes a significant propensity for chaos, especially in large organizations. Organizations must not let this go unchecked. The secret is to approach Jira with a mindset that balances empowerment with control. We want to resist the urge to impose a traditional command and control

Please note that you may wish to read our article on Demystifying CapEx before diving into this one as there is some knowledge that will be assumed, rather than repeated. Introduction Several readers pointed out that one of the most important parts of the article on Demystifying CapEx was buried at the bottom, and deserved