SAFe® for Architects​

Why take this course

Architecture in a Lean-Agile environment is not just about technology—it’s primarily about supporting strategy and business value. This three-day training prepares you for the role of an architect in the Scaled Agile Framework. You’ll learn how to design architecture according to SAFe principles, plan architectural runway, and support Lean-Agile transformation in your organization.

What you’ll learn

• Design architecture according to SAFe principles
• Align architecture with business value
• Create and communicate solution vision and intent
• Plan architectural runway to enable value delivery
• Build architecture supporting Continuous Delivery and Release on Demand
• Support architects and teams during PI Planning and PI execution
• Act as a leader in Lean-Agile transformation

Who is this course for

• System, solution, and enterprise architects
• Architects supporting technical disciplines
• Experienced developers involved in architecture
• Technical managers making architectural decisions
• Product leaders collaborating with architects

Topics covered

• Exemplifying Lean-Agile architecture
• Architecting for DevOps and Release on Demand
• Aligning architecture with business value
• Developing Solution Vision, Solution Intent, and Roadmaps
• Preparing architecture for PI Planning
• Coordinating architecture throughout PI Planning
• Supporting Continuous Delivery during PI execution
• Supporting new Strategic Themes and Value Streams
• Leading as an architect during a Lean-Agile transformation​

Prerequisites

This course is open to all Lean-Agile practitioners. It is recommended that participants:

• Are familiar with Agile principles and practices
• Have attended at least one previous SAFe course