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Master distributed Scrum with real-world strategies and tools such as Slack, Trello, and CI/CD platforms to lead, collaborate, and deliver high-performing Agile projects, no matter where your team is locatedKey FeaturesHelp your team succeed globally while staying grounded in Agile Values and the 2020 Scrum GuideBridge async and sync work to increase alignment and team accountabilityApply real-world strategies for leading high-performing distributed teamsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionThe COVID-19 pandemic altered the way teams work, turning remote work into a common practice for Agile teams that were originally founded to be co-located, leaving teams to grapple with remote and hybrid setups. The Agile mindset, however, remains the standard for effective teamwork, and this book integrates distributed work into your Agile and Scrum Values. Advanced Distributed Scrum will guide you in harnessing the talents of global team members and overcoming the challenges of working across geographies.Renowned Agile coach and educator Kelley O’Connell distills 25+ years of experience into this concise guide. The book begins by establishing the foundational principles of distributed Scrum, highlighting the unique roles and responsibilities within hybrid and remote environments. You’ll gain insights into the challenges faced by distributed Agile teams and explore how to cultivate a strong remote team culture, improve communication, and effectively manage conflicts in a virtual space. Finally, you'll put remote Scrum practices into action to maximize the outcomes you're aiming for.By the end of this book, you’ll be equipped to lead and nurture high-performing distributed teams, facilitate remote ceremonies, implement remote-friendly CI/CD pipelines, and create team norms that drive engagement.What you will learnDefine and align remote roles for seamless collaborationSet up tools, workspaces, and team agreements for successRecruit, onboard, and integrate remote team membersBuild a strong team culture and resolve conflicts remotelyFacilitate remote Scrum events across time zonesImplement CI/CD pipelines in distributed environmentsEnsure security and compliance in remote Scrum setupsWho this book is forThis book is for Scrum Masters, Agile practitioners, coaches, product owners, and team leads who want to master remote and hybrid collaboration and build high-performing distributed Scrum teams. Whether you're experienced or new to leading distributed teams, this practical guide offers tools to enhance team effectiveness and continuous collaboration. A foundational understanding of Agile principles, the Agile mindset, and core frameworks is recommended to get the most value from this book.

Written by experienced Agile coaches, SPCTs, and a SAFe® Fellow, this guide is packed with real-world examples, use cases, and anecdotes, and offers valuable guidance to help you avoid common pitfalls and successfully implement SAFe®Key FeaturesUnderstand how to tailor SAFe® practices to meet your organization’s needsAvoid common mistakes encountered while adopting SAFe® at team, ART, and portfolio levelsDiscover practical tips and best practices to plan teams, ARTs, events, and Lean Portfolio ManagementBook DescriptionThe Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) is widely recognized as an eff ective methodology for implementing Agile practices at the Enterprise level. However, the complexity of SAFe® can make it challenging for Teams and organizations to determine which practices can be safely adapted to their unique needs. Although SAFe® is a framework rather than a set of rules, promoting adaptation, it’s crucial to understand why SAFe® practices are designed the way they are along with the consequences of modifying them.The SAFe® Coaches Handbook is a comprehensive resource that goes beyond a how-to guide, providing a deep understanding of SAFe® principles and practices. The chapters are designed in a way to teach you how to successfully implement SAFe® in your organization and eff ectively manage the Team’s Backlog while avoiding common pitfalls. You’ll discover optimal ways to create SAFe® Teams and run successful Events. You’ll also learn how to plan Agile Release Trains (ARTs), manage the ART Backlog, conduct PI Planning, and grasp the importance of Value Stream Identifi cation in driving value delivery.By the end of this book, you’ll be armed with practical tips and advice to help you successfully customize the Scaled Agile Framework to your Enterprise’s needs while preserving the aspects that make it work successfully.What you will learnDiscover how to set up Agile Teams to attain maximum effectivenessAvoid common mistakes organizations make with SAFe®Find out how to set up the Agile Release TrainDiscover common mistakes enterprises make that affect the success of the ARTUnderstand the importance of Value Streams and learn how to work with them successfullyStart using the best ways to measure the progress of Teams and ARTs at an Enterprise levelRecognize the impact of successful SAFe® adoption on Enterprise strategy and organizational structureWho this book is forIf you're a SAFe® Practice Consultant (SPCT), Scrum Master/Team Coach, or Release Train Engineer tasked with implementing SAFe® within an organization, you'll find this book indispensable. It offers valuable insights into aspects of SAFe® and helps ensure success in delivery and execution with practical uses you can adopt. Product owners and product managers will also benefit from this book by gaining a deeper understanding of how to function effectively within a SAFe® environment. A basic understanding of SAFe®, agile, and DevOps is recommended to get the most out of this book.