Kanban System Design - KSD®

Design a Kanban system ( or improve an existing system ) for optimal flow and faster delivery.

Details

This is a 16h online training

Dates: May 17, 18, 19, 20

Schedule time: 9:00-13:00

GMT +01:00 (Lisbon time)

Course Overview

The Kanban Systems Design - KMP1 (also known as Kanban Management Professional) lays the foundations of the Lean Kanban method teaching you the principles, practices and processes. This 4 half-days course is certified by Kanban University and has been put together by Kanban experts and leaders including David J. Anderson and Mike Burrows.

Course Content

The course follows the official LKU Certified Kanban syllabus. During the two days you will have ample opportunities to discuss and experience the following topics:

Experience Kanban

• Full simulation using the getKanban game or similiar options

Definition of Kanban

• Foundational Principles
• Core Practices
• The Kanban Lens
• The Kanban Values

Understanding Kanban

• Visualisation
• Pull-Based Systems
• Commitment in Kanban
• Replenishment and Planning
• Delivery of Products
• Lead and End-to-End Cycle Times
• Little’s Law
• Cumulative Flow Diagrams
• Flow Efficiency
• Metrics in Kanban Systems

Implementing Kanban

• STATIK - Systems Thinking Approach to Implementing Kanban
• Understanding Sources of Variability
• Identifying Opportunities to Improve
• Analysing Demand and Capability
• Modelling Workflow
• Designing a Kanban System
• Work Item Types
• Classes of Service

Kanban Board Design

• Designing Kanban Ticket
• Examples of Visual Kanban Boards

Audience

Kanban works across multiple functions of an organisation, from senior members of staff looking to adopt Lean Management to members of delivery teams willing to improve their working practices. Previous KMP1 attendees have been in roles such as:

• Senior Managers
• Program and Project Managers
• Product Managers, Product Owners and Business Analysts
• Scrum Masters, Team Leads and Change Agents
• Product & Software Developers & Testers
• Agile Coaches & Practitioners (Scrum, XP, DSDM, AgilePM, etc.)
• Other roles such as HR and Finance professionals

Pre-requisites

This course does not have any pre-requisites except reading chapter 4 and get the basis of Kanban previously. If you have attended a TKP course then you will be fine to start with KMP1 without previous reading.

Certifying Bodies & Exams

This course is accredited by David J Anderson and Kanban University (KU). Participants will receive a KMP1 certificate of course completion from Kanban University as well as membership of KU.

What You Receive

16h of high-quality instruction from one of our Kanban trainers with over 10 years of experience coaching teams in the public and private sector. Also included are:

• Online Course materials
• Membership of the Kanban University (KU)
• Kanban University (KU) certificate of course completion
• e-book

PMI Professional Developement Units (PDUS)

Attendees may be eligible to apply for 16 towards their continuing education requirements with PMI.

TRAINING REMOTELY | GUIDELINES FOR A SUCCESSFUL EXPERIENCE

Congratulations on joining Agile Thinkers remote courses. We are committed to facilitating a pleasant and enriching experience for all our attendees.

That's is why it is critically important that we are clarifying how we're going to work together to be most effective. So, let's develop some working agreements and suggestions to encourage the type of team environment that we want to foster during our training sessions.

Before the training starts:

1. Inform your co-workers/colleagues what will be the time you're attending training, and you shouldn't' be interrupted;

2. Look for a comfortable and quiet place to set your training spot.

3. Reduce distractions, noises and background interference;

4. Test your internet signal and guarantee you have a good connection.

5. Please take some time to explore the tools and how to login; You can find the tools we will be using in your Workshop Butler registration information.

6. Visit the toilet 10m before the session starts;

7. Stay hydrated;

8. Bring a notebook and a pen with you;

9. Limit interruptions from family members;

10. Make sure you turn off Outlook, gmail, Slack, WhatsApp, Skype or other sources of interruption;

11. If you can, select flight mode on your phone;

12. Test your earphones.

During Training:

1. While there are no questions, confirm you are mute;

2. Ask for help if you have any questions unmuting yourself or sending a message in chat;

3. Use Chat area to address the trainer some questions. As soon as possible, we will give feedback.

4. Respect the Time-boxes;

5. Be on time so you can deliver on time;

6. Don't accept calls while you're on training unless is extremely necessary and vital for you;

7. Please keep your camera on;

8. Have fun! Enjoy your course!

FAQ

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

The course is open to anyone age 18 and up.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Use training@agile21.com

What's the refund policy?

No refunds. If this is a concern, please contact us.

Can the course be postponed/cancelled?

We reserve the right to postpone or cancel this course if there are insufficient registrations. If this is the case, you will be notified between 3 and 5 working days before the course start date. In this case, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund. We will not be responsible for any other costs incurred.

Are there discounts for groups?

Yes, if you have a group contact us for a discount.

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