- Joshua Brock
Implementing WSJF Prioritization in Jira: A Step-by-Step Guide | Agile Hive
- Agile, PI Planning, SAFe, WSJF
Learn how to implement WSJF prioritization in Jira using Agile Hive.
Reduce bias, align teams, and deliver higher-value features, with a step-by-step setup guide.
- Events
SAFe Summit D.C. – “All Good Things Must Come To An End”
You can smell the change of seasons in the air; with it one ends and another begins. Much like the change from Summer to Fall, the team at Agile Hive transitioned home after four days of traveling to and then back, setting up and tearing down, from hellos and then to goodbyes, and thousands of miles and hundreds of hours in between. SAFe Summit 2024, held in Washington, D.C., October 14-17, felt like an enormous success on many levels to all of us, individually and collectively. We wanted to share some of the highlights of this annual conference with our supporters.
- PI Planning
Mastering SAFe® Planning Interval | PI Objectives
In the ever-evolving landscape of Agile frameworks, the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) stands out for its robust structure and scalability. One of the critical elements of SAFe® is the Planning Interval. At the heart of PI planning are the PI Objectives—strategic goals that guide Agile teams through each increment. This article explores the intricacies of SAFe® PI Objectives, their significance, how to craft and implement them effectively, and best practices for ensuring they drive meaningful outcomes.
- PI Planning
5 Best Practices For PI Planning In Agile Hive
There are a handful of frameworks available for scaling agile. In Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) , Program Increment, or PI Planning stands as a crucial event. It marks the beginning of a new development cycle, bringing together various teams to align their work with strategic goals. Agile Hive, the “SAFe® in Jira” solution, offers a comprehensive solution for streamlining this complex process. In this article, we will explore how to effectively plan a PI using Agile Hive, highlighting key strategies, benefits, and practical tips.
- Agile
Using Acceptance Criteria
It’s the “what”, not the “how”. That in a nutshell explains acceptance criteria; scenarios that need to be met so that a product, service, increment, or user story will be accepted and considered complete. Essentially they are conditions akin to pass or fail, on or off, black or white, there is no gray area. Within the realm of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®), acceptance criteria are part of each capability, feature, or story to be delivered by a single Agile Release Train (ART) with a Planning Interval (PI).
- Agile
Agile Hive Data Center Basics
This is the first of our companion blog articles series that pair with our “Study Sessions with Cindy” YouTube videos. Suppose you’re looking for an overview of how to extend the functionality of Jira, specifically scaling Agile practices with the success patterns made available with Scaled Agile Framework, or SAFe®. In that case, you’ve come to the right place. Agile Hive is the “SAFe® in Jira” solution you’ve been searching for. Follow along as our resident SAFe® expert and Agile Hive Product Owner Cindy VanEpps walks us through the highlights of Agile Hive for Data Center.
- SAFe
How Agile Hive Can Support SAFe® Certifications
For those looking to take their knowledge of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) to the next level, the organization offers a variety of classes that verify successful completion on SAFe®-specific topics. This article focuses on the “SAFe® for Teams” certification, in particular how Agile Hive can play a part as an integral teaching tool for it.
- Events
SAFe® Summit 2025 Denver – A Mile High Success!
Scaled Agile, Inc.’s 2025 SAFe Summit, held in Denver, Colorado, USA, proved to be yet another engaging and successful event for the team at Agile Hive.
- SAFe
How Agile Hive Streamlines SAFe® in Jira
Implementing the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) inside Atlassian Jira can be challenging. Agile Hive changes that. Purpose-built to bring SAFe to life in Jira, Agile Hive provides preconfigured structures, PI planning boards, dependency management, and reporting dashboards—all seamlessly integrated into the Jira environment teams already know.
- SAFe
Unlocking Agility at Scale: What SAFe® Is and Why Enterprises Should Care
Discover how the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe) enables enterprises to align strategy with execution, deliver value faster, and adapt to change. Learn why agility at scale is essential for staying competitive.
- SAFe
Applying the CALMS Framework in Scaled Agile: Strengthening DevOps at Enterprise Scale
Explore how the CALMS Framework—Culture, Automation, Lean, Measurement, and Sharing—guides scaled Agile teams toward high-performing DevOps practices in SAFe® environments.
- SAFe
From Team to Portfolio: Understanding SAFe®’s Four Levels with Agile Hive
The Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) is a proven system for scaling Agile across large organizations. While Agile works well for individual teams, SAFe® provides the structure needed to align multiple teams, departments, and even portfolios to deliver consistent value.
- SAFe
Key SAFe® Roles Explained – And How Agile Hive Helps You Manage Them
Discover the key roles in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) and their responsibilities across teams, programs, and portfolios, and how Agile Hive addresses the needs and responsibilities of each. Perfect for organizations of any size, and those enterprises scaling agile.
