Agile Consulting

Agile Consulting Services

At SNA Technologies, we specialize in providing top-notch Agile consulting solutions tailored to your unique business needs. With a team of seasoned Agile Coaches, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Practice Consultants (SPCs), and Scrum Masters, we are committed to driving your organization towards enhanced agility and efficiency.

Our Approach to Agile Consulting

Agile methodologies have revolutionized the way modern businesses operate, allowing for flexibility, collaboration, and rapid adaptation to change. Our Agile consulting services are designed to empower your organization to thrive in today’s dynamic business landscape.

Agility is the heart of the SNA portfolio. SNA helped many organizations to become agile end-to-end. We consider agility right from developing the architectures to developing solutions to operating the solutions. There are many methodologies and frameworks in the industry. SNA developed its own methodology to make the organizations agile end to end.

The above diagram explains the E2E Agile Methodology which shows how agility can be brought in right from Strategy/Planning to Build/Test to Release/Operations.

Key Features of Our Agile Consulting Services:

1. Expert Agile Coaches: Our team comprises experienced Agile Coaches who are dedicated to guiding your organization through its Agile transformation journey. From facilitating Agile ceremonies to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, our coaches are here to support you every step of the way.

2. Seasoned Scrum Masters: Our certified Scrum Masters bring invaluable expertise in facilitating Scrum ceremonies, removing impediments, and fostering self-organizing, cross-functional teams. With their guidance, your teams will become more cohesive, productive, and aligned towards achieving your business objectives.

3. Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Practice Consultants (SPCs): As certified SAFe Practice Consultants, we specialize in implementing the Scaled Agile Framework within large enterprises. Whether you’re scaling Agile across multiple teams or entire departments, our SPCs possess the knowledge and experience to ensure a smooth and successful transformation.

4. Experts in other methodologies (O-AA, LeSS) : At SNA, we have experts in other methodologies/frameworks like O-AA and LeSS also.

Why Choose Us for Agile Consulting?

1. Proven Track Record: With a proven track record of delivering successful Agile transformations across diverse industries, we have the expertise to drive tangible results for your organization.

2. Customized Solutions: We understand that every organization is unique. That’s why we work closely with you to develop customized Agile solutions tailored to your specific business goals, challenges, and culture.

3. Dedicated Support: From initial assessment to post-implementation support, our team remains dedicated to your success. We provide ongoing guidance, training, and mentorship to ensure sustainable Agile practices and continuous improvement.

4. Scalability: Whether you’re a small startup or a large enterprise, our Agile consulting services are designed to scale with your business. We adapt our approach to meet your evolving needs and priorities, ensuring long-term success and growth.

Our Approach to Agile transformation

Agile Transformation Roadmap

Below is our customizable roadmap for agile transformation. Depending on the organization context, this roadmap can be customized to suit the organization needs. SNA’s consultants are equipped to understand the organization context in a systematic manner and come up a roadmap to suit that organization context.

Agility at scale

Agility is not only at implementation but should be at all levels. Bringing agility at an enterprise and portfolio level is very important as it sets the direction to the whole organization. Any change at any level should be accommodated which makes the organization agile at all levels. SNA understands this to the core and had adopted the methodologies and frameworks that support agile at scale are O-AA™, SAFe®, LeSS etc

Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe(R) )

SAFe is the world’s leading framework for Business Agility. SAFe integrates the power of Lean, Agile, and DevOps into a comprehensive operating system that helps enterprises thrive in the digital age by delivering innovative products and services faster, more predictably, and with higher quality.

SNA’s SPCT (SAFe Practice Consultant Trainer) and SPC (SAFe Practice Consultant) has greater depth in the framework. They are involved

Open Agile Architecture (O-AA)

The O-AA covers the fundamental concepts of the framework and introduces its structure before explaining why the enterprise needs to conduct a dual Digital and Agile

Transformation, thus establishing the foundation of the Agile Architecture Body of Knowledge. It has also defined Building blocks that help to bring the agility within any organization.

Large Scale Scrum

Transform your organization with our Agile consulting services. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you unleash the full potential of Agile.

Contact Us to schedule a consultation with one of our Agile experts and take the first step towards a more agile, resilient, and competitive organization.

Scrum Methodology at SNA Technologies:

In addition to our broader Agile consulting services, SNA Technologies places a strong emphasis on the Scrum methodology, a widely adopted Agile framework that promotes iterative and incremental development. Our Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters are well-versed in the principles and practices of Scrum, ensuring that your organization benefits from a structured and effective Agile approach.

Key aspects of our Scrum Methodology services include:

Scrum Framework Implementation: We guide organizations in implementing the Scrum framework, emphasizing its key roles, events, and artifacts. This includes facilitating Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives to ensure a consistent and productive Scrum process.
Cross-Functional Team Empowerment: Our Scrum Masters work closely with cross-functional teams, fostering self-organization and collaboration. We believe in empowering teams to make decisions collectively, ensuring a sense of ownership and accountability for project outcomes.
Backlog Management and Prioritization: We assist in maintaining a well-groomed product backlog, ensuring that it reflects the evolving needs of the business. Through effective backlog prioritization, your organization can focus on delivering high-value features and improvements in each iteration.
Continuous Improvement: Embracing the Scrum principle of inspecting and adapting, we encourage a culture of continuous improvement. Regular retrospectives allow teams to reflect on their processes, identify areas for enhancement, and implement changes to optimize their performance.
Scrum Metrics and Reporting: We help organizations establish meaningful metrics to track the progress and success of their Scrum initiatives. These metrics provide valuable insights into team velocity, sprint burndown, and overall project health.
Product Owner Training: We offer specialized training for Product Owners, emphasizing their crucial role in defining and prioritizing the product backlog. Our training ensures that Product Owners understand how to maximize the value delivered by the development team and effectively communicate business priorities.
Scrum of Scrums for Scaling: For organizations dealing with larger projects or multiple Scrum teams, we implement Scrum of Scrums. This technique facilitates communication and coordination among different Scrum teams, ensuring alignment with overall project goals and minimizing dependencies.
Agile Tool Integration: We assist in selecting and implementing Agile project management tools that align with the Scrum framework. This includes tools for backlog management, sprint planning, and progress tracking, fostering transparency and collaboration across the organization.
Scrum Certification Programs: SNA Technologies offers Scrum certification programs, ensuring that team members, Scrum Masters, and Product Owners are well-versed in Scrum practices. Certification adds credibility to your team and reinforces a common understanding of Scrum principles.
Risk Management in Scrum: Our Agile Coaches provide guidance on identifying and mitigating risks within the Scrum framework. This proactive approach ensures that potential issues are addressed early, preventing disruptions to project timelines and objectives.
Scrum in Hybrid Environments: Recognizing that some organizations operate in hybrid environments with a mix of traditional and Agile methodologies, we provide strategies for integrating Scrum seamlessly. This enables organizations to leverage the benefits of Scrum while coexisting with existing practices.
Scrum and DevOps Integration: We explore opportunities for integrating Scrum with DevOps practices, creating a holistic approach to software development and delivery. This integration enhances collaboration between development and operations teams, leading to faster and more reliable releases.

At SNA Technologies, our Scrum Methodology under Agile is designed to be adaptable, scalable, and tailored to the unique needs of each organization. Whether you are new to Scrum or seeking to enhance your existing practices, our experienced Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters are here to guide you on your Agile journey.