Experiencing Agile Integration Workshop - 4/27 April 27, 2009

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Summary
This workshop investigates
the question "What is it like to integrate Agile into a large project?". Using a simulation based on
BigVisible's experiences working with numerous large organizations,
participants will see first-hand what it feels like to apply the Agile principles.
The workshop is designed to give managers and professionals an idea of the challenges and issues
encounter when successful small projects are integrated into a large effort. Attendees will leave the
workshop with a better understanding of what goes into integrating an agile project and the skills
needed to be effective. The simulation begins with the attendees joining "Marble Movers Unlimited" as
it begins its journey to be the driving force in the high-speed world of marble moving. Participants
first work in small teams where they deliver product that shapes an industry. The simulation continues
as MMU combines its teams in a move to retain a leadership position with larger, more customer sensitive
products. The workshop concludes with an extended lunch where the experience is reviewed and discussed
by the team members and the BigVisible Coaches

Participants of this course will be eligible to apply for 4 PDU's toward their continuing education requirements
with the PMI (Project Management Institute)

What you will get out of the workshop

A brief introduction to Agile and Scrum
Hands on experience being part of an Agile team to meet changing objectives in a time
constrained environment
Participate in a simulation scaling small Agile teams into a larger, more complex "team of
teams"
Discussion about the experience with your peers, as well as professional consultants
from BigVisible solutions

About the Instructor

Mike Dwyer is a Principal Agile Coach at BigVisible Solutions working with IT organizations as
they adopt Agile and Lean methods. He has extensive experience as a manager, a coach, and consultant
transforming high growth organizations into hyperproductive Agile organizations.

Mike brings over 30 years experience managing teams in manufacturing, support, Information
Technology, and new Product Development.. He is a well known and respected contributor to the Scrum,
Agile, and Lean software community. He is also founded 3SidedCoin, an Agile innovation company where
he developed his ground breaking work bringing Agility to Operations and Support. Mike has an MBA
from The Carroll School of Management at Boston College and an undergraduate degree from Clark
University.

View Mike Dwyers's Blog
View Mike Dwyer's LinkedIn Profile

Organized by BigVisible Solutions
BigVisible is the leading group of coaches working with large
enterprises to successfully adopt Agile methodologies. Through deep
commitment to long-term success, our ability to adapt Agile for practical
applications, and by integrating ourselves in an organizations culture, we specialize
in delivering true successful Agile transformation. Time and time again
we enable large-scale change initiatives for our clients. With a
broad offering of public classes, onsite training programs, and consulting
services, BigVisible specializes in enterprise-wide initiatives, providing the
experience and tools to scale Agile and Scrum. Our goal is an
Agile environment that fits your organization and a team that can continuously
improve upon the lessons and training we impart.

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Ticket Info:  

• Early Bird Registratino, $245.00
• Standard Registration, $295.00

Official Website: http://experiencing-agile-april2009-upcoming.eventbrite.com