Description

Introduction

SAFe 6.0 Mastery with Systems Thinking empowers organizations to elevate enterprise agility by viewing teams, processes, and technologies as interconnected systems. This training provides a deep understanding of how to optimize flow, strengthen value stream performance, and achieve continuous, predictable delivery across the enterprise. Participants learn advanced SAFe concepts enriched by Systems Thinking tools, enabling them to solve systemic bottlenecks, scale value delivery, and lead strategic transformation initiatives with clarity and confidence.

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of Agile and Lean concepts

• Familiarity with SAFe frameworks and terminology

• Experience in project, product, or program-level execution

• Optional: SAFe Agilist (SA) or equivalent knowledge

Table of Contents

1. Advanced Systems Thinking for SAFe 6.0

 1.1 Systems Structure, Behavior & Interdependencies
 1.2 Identifying Delays, Loops & Systemic Patterns
 1.3 Reinforcing & Balancing Feedback Loops
 1.4 Recognizing Systemic Risks & Failure Modes
 1.5 Improving Decision-Making with Mental Model Awareness

2. Flow Optimization in SAFe Environments

 2.1 Understanding the SAFe Flow Framework
 2.2 Flow Accelerators & Flow Predictability
 2.3 Improving Work in Process (WIP) Control
 2.4 Reducing Batch Sizes & Managing Queues Systemically
 2.5 Eliminating Delays Across Teams and ARTs

3. Value Stream Mastery with Systems Thinking

 3.1 Designing End-to-End Value Streams
 3.2 Mapping Systemic Constraints & Bottlenecks
 3.3 Applying Lean Flow Principles to Value Streams
 3.4 Scaling Value Streams Across Multiple ARTs
 3.5 Continuous Value Delivery through Systems Integration

4. Aligning Systems Thinking with SAFe Agile Release Trains

 4.1 ARTs as Complex Adaptive Systems
 4.2 Systemic Role of PI Planning
 4.3 Improving Synchronization Across Teams
 4.4 Managing Dependencies Through System-Level Visibility
 4.5 Measuring ART Maturity & Flow Health

5. Enterprise Agility Through Systemic Optimization

 5.1 Connecting Strategy to Execution with Systems Thinking
 5.2 Managing Portfolio Systems Using Lean Budgeting
 5.3 Systemic Governance & Compliance Alignment
 5.4 Using the Portfolio Kanban to Improve Enterprise Flow
 5.5 Organizational Design for High-Agility Systems

6. Tools & Techniques for Systemic Problem Solving

 6.1 Causal Loop Diagrams for Impact Analysis
 6.2 Stock & Flow Models for Predicting System Behavior
 6.3 Systemic Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Techniques
 6.4 System Constraints Modeling & Scenario Analysis
 6.5 Digital Tools for Enterprise Systems Mapping

7. Leadership for Systemic Agility

 7.1 Lean-Agile Leaders as System Designers
 7.2 Leading Through Systems Thinking Behaviors
 7.3 Coaching Teams to Identify Systemic Patterns
 7.4 Enabling Collaboration Across Value Streams
 7.5 Avoiding Leadership Anti-Patterns That Break Flow

8. System-Level Architecture & Design

 8.1 Role of Architecture in Systemic Agility
 8.2 Building the Architectural Runway for Flow
 8.3 Balancing Intentional & Emergent Design
 8.4 Managing System Quality, Security & Compliance
 8.5 Ensuring Scalability in Complex Environments

9. Systemic Metrics & Continuous Improvement

 9.1 Flow Metrics & Flow Efficiency
 9.2 Value Stream KPIs for System-Level Performance
 9.3 Measuring Systemic Health Across ARTs
 9.4 Continuous Learning Culture & Systemic Feedback
 9.5 Building Enterprise Improvement Circles

10. Case Studies & Practical Applications

 10.1 Systemic Flow Optimization Case Study
 10.2 Enterprise Value Stream Redesign Case Study
 10.3 Portfolio Governance Improvement Case Study
 10.4 Team Exercises & Simulations
 10.5 Designing a Systemic Transformation Roadmap

This training equips participants to leverage SAFe 6.0 combined with Systems Thinking to transform organizational performance at every level. By mastering systemic flow optimization, value stream enhancement, and enterprise-wide agility, professionals can deliver continuous value, remove deep-rooted inefficiencies, and build a resilient, adaptive Lean-Agile enterprise.