Accelerating Government Modernization with SAFe

•By Marc Rix

Modern government demands modern ways of working. Government agencies around the world are under growing pressure to streamline operations. Rising citizen expectations, complex compliance requirements, and rapidly advancing technology demand new approaches to delivering value efficiently, transparently, and at scale. Traditional mindsets and practices can no longer keep pace with the speed of change. 

The key to meeting these demands is embracing agility at every level of the public enterprise. So, Scaled Agile is doubling down on our commitment to help government organizations everywhere do just that.

Our Commitment to Government Modernization

We have long partnered with public sector organizations to enable Lean-Agile practices at scale. But we know the journey to agility in government is unique. We’re expanding our focus to ensure government organizations can leverage SAFe to improve citizen and user satisfaction, increase their responsiveness to change, and deliver effective solutions frequently. This expanded focus includes:

  • Government-tuned Framework guidance and terminology
  • Tailored learning products and tools  
  • Comprehensive enablement programs 
  • Dedicated support from our team of Government experts 

Many government organizations that have embraced SAFe have seen significant benefits. Our expanded investments in the public sector will pave the way for many more. 

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New SAFe Offerings for Government

We’ve launched several new products to further modernize government organizations:

Leading SAFe for Government

Adapted from the well-known, proven Leading SAFe course, this new offering equips leaders with the knowledge and tools they need to lead successful Agile transformations in government settings. Learn more about the course here. 

SAFe Agile Contracting for Government

This one-day course provides a flexible, modern alternative to traditional contract development. It helps government teams and vendors co-create value through flexible contracts optimized for fast delivery, high quality, and compelling mission outcomes. Learn more about the course here. 

SAFe in Government Procurement: RFP and Vendor Responses

This guide with comprehensive examples helps government agencies craft RFPs and responses that incorporate SAFe language. This accelerates implementation and ensures alignment with Agile values from day one. Download the guide here. 

Measuring the Mission Benefits of SAFe

This is a hands-on, half-day leadership workshop for defining transformation OKRs and demonstrating how SAFe delivers tangible value in a mission context. It is a critical tool for aligning transformation objectives with mission objectives. Learn more about the workshop here.

Check out these new offerings, explore many more government resources, or reach out to the team at government@scaledagile.com. And, of course, stay tuned for much more to come! 

— Marc Rix and the Framework Team