An introduction to the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) in the Public Sector – an overview of what SAFe is and why so many government agencies are choosing this approach

An introduction to the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) in the Public Sector - an overview of what SAFe is and why so many government agencies are choosing this approach.

Erika Barden will share her experience of helping introduce SAFe at public sector organisations including ACC, Auckland Council and the Waikato DHB, and will drawn on her team’s extension of SAFe at NZDF and MSD.

Erika will talk about the benefits and challenges of implementing this way of working; the role of the PMO, Programme Managers, Project Managers and Project Co-ordinators in SAFe; and will hold a Q&A session at the end – so please bring any questions you might have about the framework, how to introduce it, and where to learn more.

Erika is a trusted Agile advisor to Executive and Senior Leadership teams across New Zealand. She connects organisational strategy with delivery, and helps build high-performing teams who provide genuine value in a fast and fun way.

With 25 years’ experience in delivery and change management, Erika has led successful transformations in NZ, the UK and Ireland. She attained her PMP in 2006, held her first Board position on the PMINZ Board, and has spoken at our PMI Conferences every year since 2017.

As Head of Transformation for Fr@nk Innovation & Transformation, Erika now focuses on bringing Agile ways of working to corporate and government clients, fostering engagement, quality and transparency A certified SAFe® and ICAgile trainer, and Emotional Culture Deck practitioner, Erika is passionate about people and positive work environments.