Enterprises are increasingly turning to frameworks that can support scalable agility and robust project management. The Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) has emerged as a leader in this arena, providing a comprehensive methodology for large-scale Agile project teams. However, integrating SAFe practices into existing tools can pose challenges—challenges that the Agile Hive app by Seibert Media seeks to address.
Why Use Jira for SAFe?
Atlassian’s Cloud platform, specifically Jira, offers key features that align seamlessly with SAFe principles. It supports scalability, transparency, and collaboration across teams. Jira’s robust capabilities allow enterprises to efficiently scale Agile practices, providing a unified platform where teams, programs, and portfolios can align their efforts toward shared objectives. With centralized backlog management, organizations can easily prioritize and organize work at all levels, ensuring clear visibility into deliverables. Jira’s strong tie with other popular development tools fosters collaboration by streamlining workflows and reducing silos. Meanwhile, its real-time progress tracking and advanced reporting features provide the transparency needed to make informed decisions and ensure alignment with SAFe metrics. Additionally, Jira’s built-in Scrum components map effectively to traditional Agile practices. This empowers teams to execute sprints, manage dependencies, and deliver value iteratively within the SAFe framework.
Agile Hive: A SAFe Solution for Jira Cloud
The app Agile Hive | SAFe Structure ART PI Planning Roadmaps effectively transforms Jira into a fully integrated tool for the Scaled Agile Framework in your organization. This app allows organizations to leverage Jira’s powerful project-tracking capabilities while adhering to the principles and practices of SAFe. Agile Hive supports all configurations of SAFe, either a Portfolio Initiative, Large Solution Train, ART, or Team, making it versatile for various organizational needs.
Key Advantages of Agile Hive for SAFe in Jira
One of the key advantages of using Agile Hive is its ability to bring the structured approach of SAFe into the flexible environment of Jira. This allows teams to plan and execute PI (Program Increments) and iterations effectively within Jira. The app ensures that all levels of the SAFe hierarchy—Team, Program, Large Solution, and Portfolio—are seamlessly integrated, providing a clear view of progress and dependencies.
Another key advantage is that Agile Hive streamlines the setup of SAFe in Jira by automating configurations for Agile Release Trains (ARTs), teams, and program increments (PIs). This eliminates the complexity of manual setup, ensuring consistency and adherence to SAFe practices across all levels of the organization.
Additionally, with a built-in portfolio, ARTs, solution train, and team-level views, Agile Hive provides comprehensive dashboards and reports. These dashboards help visualize dependencies, objectives, and progress. This enables stakeholders to make data-driven decisions, track alignment with SAFe goals, and measure success across the enterprise. The easy access to the dashboards also makes PI planning easier.
Lastly, Agile Hive facilitates collaboration through features like visualized PI planning, dependency mapping, and objective tracking. These tools help align teams and stakeholders, ensuring smooth execution of SAFe processes and fostering a culture of teamwork and alignment.
For those looking to dive deeper into the functionalities and benefits of Agile Hive, check out the video below, or contact our team for a demo.
The Missing Piece for Your SAFe Transformation
Implementing SAFe in an organization is hard enough. Using Jira with Agile Hive represents a strategic move towards enhancing organizational agility and ensuring that large-scale projects are managed effectively. As enterprises continue to evolve and seek efficiency in project management, tools like Agile Hive play a crucial role in bridging the gap between Agile methodologies and practical, day-to-day project management in Jira. Contact SPK’s team today to learn more about this marketplace app and how we can assist your SAFe practice.
