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Robert D. Miller Aug 11, 2023

As easy as the Scaled Agile Framework might initially seem, transforming an organization is much more daunting and difficult. Anytime you build something you should always surround yourself with the tools necessary to build it right. This SAFe Coaches Handbook is one of those tools that every Coach and Lean Agile champion should have in their toolbox.What makes this book one of my favorites is it practices upon the word “Scaled” and starts at the team level. For those that have had some experience on an Agile team this helps build upon what they already know and continues up. This core foundation is what Agile really is and iterates on your knowledge. From Team to Train this book gives you a broad look at what is needed to successfully participate in your ART.I look forward to introducing this into our Scrum Master and RTE community of practice!

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sally Tehran Sep 13, 2023

This book is a must have! It takes you to the higher level, an in-depth understanding of SAFe evolution. My SAFe knowledge has been increased tremendously. I will recommend it to all my SPC fellows and all the coaches as this is a must have for everyone in this field.

David Richardson Nov 26, 2023

I think this is Darren Wilmshurst best book to date

Diego S Groiso Aug 15, 2023

It is great to have the latest SAFe 6.0 content in a single book to read and also to use as a reference. It is well organized by SAFe levels starting at the team level and going up to the Portfolio level, plus a chapter on the leadership required to make this happen.Not only that, but it is also full of great advice for Agile Coaches and highlights areas they need to focus on during a transformation.The most valuable part of the book must be the Pro tips. They translate the theory into practice and benefit the reader from years of the authors' experience. I would have liked to know those tips before my first transformation.The authors identify some common mistakes and mix them up with real-life stories.It is great to see the authors' additions to the SAFe framework based on their experiences, such as the Technical Sync and the Troika Sync.As an ex-RTE, I identify with Darren's definition of the RTE's role: "It's a version of extreme cat herding".

SAFe® Coaches Handbook: Proven tips and techniques for launching and running SAFe® Teams, ARTs, and Portfolios in an Agile Enterprise

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