Accelerate Change. Deliver Value. Lead with Agility.
Accelerate Change. Deliver Value. Lead with Agility.
Accelerate Change. Deliver Value. Lead with Agility.
In this episode of Agile Done Right, Michael Renna takes aim at agile myths and arguments against the practices. While debunking the agile myths, he discusses the challenges and methodologies associated with innovative building, emphasizing the importance of agile practices in navigating uncertainty and fostering discovery. He highlights the iterative nature of planning and the …
In this episode of Agile Done Right, Michael Renna and Heather Wilson discuss the characteristics of high performing teams, the importance of collaboration, leadership roles, and how to build a learning culture. They explore common dysfunctions in teams, conflict resolution strategies, and actionable insights for both leaders and team members to foster high performance. The …
In this inaugural episode of Agile Done Right, host Michael Renna introduces the agile coaching podcast, sharing his passion for Agile methodologies and the importance of genuine transformation over performative practices. He discusses his extensive experience in the industry, particularly in healthcare, and the significance of Lean Portfolio Management in achieving business agility. Michael also …
If your organization struggles with predictability, slow releases, or unclear roles, it’s time to assess your agile maturity. Metrics like velocity, cycle time, and defect rates offer clear signals. An agile expert can help you interpret these indicators, align teams, and accelerate transformation. Key Indicators That Signal a Need for Agile Expertise Agile isn’t just …
In the age of digital transformation, traditional project-based portfolio management is increasingly misaligned with the speed, complexity, and uncertainty of modern enterprise environments. Lean Portfolio Management (LPM), a core competency of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), offers a compelling alternative—one that aligns strategy with execution, empowers high-performing teams, and enables adaptive funding based on real-time …
Why Most Companies are Agile in Name Only Agile is everywhere. It’s in boardroom pitches, on job descriptions, and splashed across consulting decks. But for all its popularity, true agility remains rare. At Alacient, we’ve seen firsthand how organizations claim to be “agile” while clinging to legacy behaviors that sabotage the very outcomes they seek. …
Agile transformation promises speed, adaptability, and customer-centric delivery. Yet for many large organizations, the journey is riddled with setbacks. Despite investing in frameworks and ceremonies, they often find themselves stuck in a cycle of superficial change. The root cause? A complex web of cultural inertia, leadership misalignment, and systemic resistance. Here are the most common …
In today’s volatile business landscape, agility isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Yet for large corporations, adopting the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) often feels like steering a cargo ship through a coral reef: slow, risky, and fraught with resistance. Despite SAFe’s promise of alignment, transparency, and faster value delivery, many enterprises stall in the early stages …
Everyone claims to be agile—but most organizations are stuck in legacy habits dressed up as sprints and standups. Without true alignment, agility becomes theater: disconnected teams, bloated backlogs, and missed opportunities. At Alacient, we cut through the noise. We architect agile systems that scale, stick, and deliver—grounded in strategic clarity, actionable frameworks, and measurable outcomes. …
Scaled Agile certification is a formal recognition offered by Scaled Agile, Inc., validating an individual’s expertise in implementing SAFe®—a framework designed to scale agile principles across large enterprises. Certifications range from foundational (e.g., SAFe Agilist) to role-specific (e.g., SAFe Scrum Master, SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager) and advanced leadership tracks (e.g., SAFe Program Consultant). Individual Benefits …