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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Is Transforming Scaled Agile

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword—it’s rapidly transforming how organizations plan, execute, and deliver value in a scaled agile environment.

Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®): A Guide to Strategic Alignment

As organizations scale agile practices across teams and departments, aligning strategy with execution becomes increasingly complex. One tool that's gaining traction for addressing this challenge is OKRs — Objectives and Key Results. This article explores what OKRs are, how they work, and their specific role within SAFe to help organizations drive alignment, focus, and measurable outcomes.

Understanding Flow Metrics in SAFe®: A Beginner’s Guide to Measuring and Improving Agile Performance

Discover how flow metrics in SAFe (the Scaled Agile Framework) enhance performance. Learn the six key metrics and how they help teams deliver value faster and more predictably.

Integrated Budgeting for SAFe® Practitioners

Discover how integrated budgeting within scaled agile planning tools helps SAFe® practitioners align strategy, execution, and financial oversight—enhancing transparency, forecasting, and value delivery across portfolios.

Embrace Jira Capacity Planning

Could it be as simple as this - determine your capacity, then start planning accordingly? In essence, Jira Capacity Planning boils down to just that; the footwork involved at each phase of this process, while relatively straightforward, will involve a good deal of effort on your part and that of your teams. In this article, we’ll discuss the importance of capacity planning, benefits and best practices, suggestions to improve your current processes, and a handful of resources you can take advantage of.

Implementing Agile in Jira Cloud

Atlassian's Jira is one of the most complete and comprehensive platforms available worldwide, specifically in the task and project management realm. Implementing agile in Jira Cloud is within reach for everyone, so let's explore how!

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