Agile for Tech Leaders Literacy (Beginner Level)

Topics covered

• define business value and identify key factors that contribute to it
• describe how Agile can be applied beyond software development initiatives in your organization
• describe how Agile impacts the organization
• describe key considerations when adopting Agile as a tech leader
• describe the differences between traditional and agile organizations
• describe the four Agile values
• describe the key drivers for organizations to become more agile
• differentiate between the types of value
• identify key benefits of agile organizations
• identify key characteristics and benefits of Definition of Done (DoD)
• identify the building blocks of agile organizations
• list appropriate situations in which you should adopt Agile as a tech leader
• list key challenges for organizations with becoming agile
• list the benefits of having an agile mindset as a leader
• list the benefits of using an empathy map when creating a product vision
• list the key benefits and value of a product vision
• list the key elements of the product backlog
• outline the difference between tangible and intangible business value
• recognize best practices for developing a product vision
• recognize key characteristics of agile leaders
• recognize key characteristics of agile organizations
• recognize the Agile principles and how they add value
• recognize the characteristics of an agile mindset for tech leaders
• recognize the key benefits of using Agile metrics to measure business value
• recognize the key questions to ask when defining your product purpose
• recognize the purpose and characteristics of an effective product vision
• recognize the role and best practices of tech leaders in driving Agile in the organization
• recognize the three key areas of value that are difficult to measure in Agile
• recognize ways organizations practice agility