How to Navigate Scaled Agile Using SAFe®, Jira Align & Marketplace Apps

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What You'll Learn...

Digital transformation has NEVER been more important than it is right now. CIOs are asking their technical teams to move even faster than before, and respond quickly to the ever-evolving changes and challenges that 2020 has brought to the workplace.

Part of the digital transformation initiative that many organizations have undergone is the adoption of the Agile methodology. But how can businesses ensure that all of the Agile teams across the organization are working towards key strategic objectives?

Scaling Agile has become increasingly critical for businesses who want to survive and thrive in a time of uncertainty. Join our panel of experts to hear more about how to embrace this initiative, and what solutions might be a best fit for your company.

Our panelists will discuss a variety of topics, including:

1. Is your organization on the right path when it comes to digital transformation?
2. Is SAFe the appropriate framework for scaling Agile in your organization? Are there other alternatives?
3. How Jira Align, Atlassian’s newest Enterprise Agile planning tool, can help your business effectively and efficiently scale Agile
4. What Atlassian Marketplace apps can bridge the gap between Advanced Roadmaps and Jira Align
5. ...and many more!

Speakers

Brad Kramer

Senior Solutions Engineer, Atlassian

Brad Kramer is a Solutions Engineer for Atlassian’s Jira Align. Brad helps customers succeed at Agile transformation or improve existing velocity and quality to improve market competitiveness and achieve results. Previously, as a Senior Business Technology Architect at CA Technologies, Brad was responsible for designing DevOps, Security, and Agile Management solutions for a variety of customers, collaborating with key decision makers to design solutions that meet business and technical goals. Prior to his 20 years at CA, Brad spent 17 years as an IT Director, Help Desk Manager, and Desktop Support Manager at financial services, retail, and marketing companies spanning network and systems management, project management, systems implementation, help desk management, desktop support, and business assessment consulting. Brad has spoken at conferences on a variety of topics, is ITIL Expert certified, and is a SAFe-certified SPC. Brad spent two years on HDI's Desktop Advisory Board and has authored several whitepapers.

 

Brad Kramer

Senior Solutions Engineer, Atlassian

 

Tracy Walton

Senior Atlassian Consultant, Isos Technology

Tracy Walton started her journey with Jira as a Product Manager looking for a more efficient way to manage her backlog and provide transparency to her team and colleagues. Six years later and with many lessons learned, she remains an Atlassian enthusiast with the goal of assisting others get the most from their Atlassian tools. Tracy's consulting is a unique blend of her passion for leading teams, her product expertise, and 10 years of hands-on experience in Agile software development in a variety of products and industries, including Digital Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, Subscription Billing, and Compensation Analysis. She is an Atlassian Certified Professional: Agile for Jira and Jira Software Administrator, and she holds additional certifications as a Scrum Master and Life Coach.

 

Tracy Walton
Senior Atlassian Consultant, Isos Technology

 

Thad West

CEO, Isos Technology

As a Co-Founder and CEO of Isos Technology, Thad West is responsible for the overall vision, strategy, and execution of the business. Thad brings his diverse technology background, business acumen, and strong leadership skills to these roles. He has extensive experience in product management, development team leadership, enterprise architecture, and business application development. He has a diverse enterprise application experience in a wide range of fields, including finance, health services, insurance, construction, and retail technologies.

 

Thad West
CEO, Isos Technology