Agile Methodologies In-Depth

A pragmatic guide that will teach you to implement Agile SCRUM and Kanban in your organization. Key Features Expert-guided techniques for successful Agile transformation in your organization. Solution-focused responses on interview questions of Agile SCRUM XP DSDM KANBAN and SCRUMBAN. Reference guide to prepare for leading PMI-ACP and SAFe Certification exam. DescriptionThis book is for businesses that aspire to improve agility deliver fit-for-purpose products and services delight customers and provide the security of long-term survival associated with mature businesses that consistently meet or exceed customer expectations. Learn a lean approach by seeing how Kanban made a difference in four real-world situations. Youll explore how different teams used Kanban to make paradigm-changing improvements in software development. These teams were struggling with overwork unclear priorities and a lack of direction. As you discover what worked for them youll understand how to make significant changes in real-life situations. The Artefact has been developed as a resource to understand evaluate and use Agile and Hybrid Agile approaches. This practice guide will help you understand when where and how to apply Agile approaches and provides practical tools for practitioners and organizations wanting to increase agility.What you will learn Explore and learn how to build Organizational Resilience and Enterprise Maturity Model. Step-by-step solutions to implement Portfolio Kanban and Upstream Kanban. Deep dive into Agile SHIFT framework and Hybrid Agile framework. Exciting case studies and practical demonstrations on Agile SCRUM & KANBAN. Expert-ready guidance on overcoming common Agile project management misconceptions.Who this book is forThis book is appealing to decision makers product owners project team members who can make use of this guide in improvising the productivity and efficient management of business operations without much of hassle. Table of Contents 1. Key success factors for adopting Agile SCRUM Kanban in any organization2. Lessons learnt and pragmatic approach - Agile Scrum Kanban3. Tricky real-world Agile SCRUM & KANBAN case studies demos and tools4. Agile SCRUM KANBAN Maturity assessment Nuts & Bolts5. Useful tips & techniques for successful Agile transformation in any organization and the art of Agile development6. Use of Agile for students and parents7. Common Agile SCRUM KANBAN misconceptions8. Key takeaways9. Interview questions and answers on Agile SCRUM KANBAN10. Glossary11. Quiz session12. Test your knowledgeAbout the Authors Sudipta Malakar is an accomplished SAP practice area head Certified IT Sr. program manager Agile coach - Advanced level Harvard Business School USA alumnus patent holder and an International bestselling author & speaker with more than 17 years of experience in directing SAP DEV teams in supporting many major Global fortune 500 clients in multiple large accounts. He is a certified sr. program manager (MSP practitioner) a sr. project manager (PRINCE2 Practitioner) PMP(R) CSP(R) ITIL(F) a certified Agile Leader(CDL) CLMM CMM and an advanced certified Scrum Master (A-CSM) (R) CSPO(R) CSM(R) KMP2 KMP1 ICP-ACC(R) TKP(R) ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt CMMi (Expert).He worked in various IT companies like IBM Wipro Satyam Tech Mahindra Patni and Syntel and he played a crucial sr. management/Agile coach role for various global clients like Sterlite Lufthansa Nestle PMI Suncor IPA Canadian Pacific railways Sony Volvo Allstate and BOC Linde.