$Agile Planning for Productive Teams \u2013 1 Day Session in Sarnia$

Learn lean and fast planning techniques for cross-functional teams in manufacturing to boost productivity and deliver results.
About this Event

Group Discounts:

• Save 10% when registering 3 or more participants
• Save 15% when registering 10 or more participants

Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks included

Course Overview

This 1 Day workshop in Sarnia, Ontario is designed for project managers, team leads, and supervisors in manufacturing and other cross-functional teams. Participants will learn Agile planning techniques to streamline workflows, reduce bottlenecks, and improve team productivity. Through hands-on exercises, case studies, and interactive simulations, attendees will develop actionable strategies for fast, effective planning and team alignment.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Apply Agile principles to manufacturing and cross-functional teams
Plan sprints efficiently and prioritize tasks effectively
Manage backlogs and align team objectives with business goals
Track performance using Agile metrics and improve iteratively
Facilitate collaboration and communication in diverse teams
Implement actionable Agile strategies to boost productivity

Target Audience

Project managers and team leads in manufacturing
Supervisors managing cross-functional teams
Professionals responsible for team productivity and workflow planning
Agile coaches and process improvement specialists
Teams seeking faster, more effective planning techniques

Why Choose This Course?

Sarnia’s manufacturing and cross-functional teams require efficient planning and faster execution to stay competitive. This course provides hands-on Agile techniques, practical exercises, and actionable strategies to enhance productivity and team alignment.

Want to train your entire team?
In-house sessions are available for organizations looking to implement Agile planning across teams, enhance collaboration, and boost operational efficiency.

📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session:

Agenda
Module 1: Agile Foundations for Teams

Info: • Understand Agile principles and methodologies
• Recognize the benefits of lean planning in cross-functional teams
• Explore Agile roles and responsibilities in manufacturing contexts
• Icebreaker

Module 2: Lean Planning Techniques

Info: • Learn techniques for fast sprint and iteration planning
• Prioritize tasks effectively to maximize team output
• Use visual planning tools like Kanban boards
• Planning Simulation

Module 3: Effective Backlog Management

Info: • Create and maintain actionable backlogs
• Identify high-priority tasks and dependencies
• Align team objectives with organizational goals
• Exercise

Module 4: Collaborative Team Alignment

Info: • Foster collaboration across functions
• Enhance communication and transparency in planning
• Resolve conflicts and bottlenecks efficiently
• Activity

Module 5: Agile Metrics and Performance Tracking

Info: • Track progress using Agile metrics (velocity, burn-down charts)
• Analyze performance to identify improvement areas
• Make data-driven adjustments to plans
• Metrics Case Study

Module 6: Continuous Improvement & Retrospectives

Info: • Conduct effective retrospectives to learn from sprints
• Implement lessons for iterative improvement
• Build a culture of ongoing team learning
• Simulation

Module 7: Action Plan for Agile Implementation

Info: • Develop a step-by-step plan to implement Agile in your team
• Set measurable goals for productivity and efficiency
• Review strategies to sustain Agile practices over time
• Action Plan Review