Outline

PART 1: THE AGILE FOR HARDWARE FRAMEWORK

A foundation of agile for hardware methods using the MAHD Framework:

• Introduction – An intro to agile as applied to hardware and cross-discipline teams
• A MAHD Overview – Project walk-through to review each of the MAHD elements
• Intro to the MAHD On-ramp - The importance of key steps before diving into agile execution

PART 2: THE MAHD ON-RAMP - Step-by-step

Kicking off your agile project with the best possible velocity:

• Agile Vision Briefs – Clarifying the strategic intent and priorities for your project
• Agile for HW User Stories – Writing user stories that work for physical products
• Product Attributes - Creating your foundation for product execution
• Focus Matrix - Building critical connections between customer needs and attributes
• Iteration Plans – Building your first Iteration Plan and milestones
• Initial Backlog - Preparing for your first sprint to begin execution
• Q&A – We’ll leave time for specific questions related to your situation

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for anyone involved in product development that wants to obtain the benefits of agile:

• Engineering leaders
• Agile coaches and scrum masters
• Project/program managers
• Product managers and owners
• Cross-functional team leaders

Meet Your Instructor

Dorian Simpson

• Agile Methods for Hardware Development
• Innovation Management
• Product Management
• Product Definition and Roadmaps