Chapter 2: Implementing Jira Align
In this chapter, we will go through the fundamentals of implementing Jira Align to map the key objects and attributes. You will learn what is required to analyze an existing program in Jira Software and what it takes to translate the actual work into Jira Align. This chapter further elaborates on the dimensions of people, work, time, and outcomes, which are supported within your Jira Align and Jira Software toolset. Lastly, you will learn an approach to extend from program to portfolio and bridge strategy with execution.
In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:
- Analyzing existing programs in Jira
- Mapping people, work, time, and outcomes
- Setting up Jira Align
- Connecting to Jira
- Extending to the portfolio