DevOps Leader Training in Heathrow

DevOps Leader® Training Course Outline

Module 1: DevOps and Transformational Leadership

• Current Definitions of DevOps
• Benefits of DevOps
• Transformational Leadership
• Soft Skills
• The Golden Circle
• Lean Strategic Change Canvas

Module 2: Unlearning Behaviours

• Psychology and Neuroscience​
• Psychological Safety​
• Mindset and Mental Models​
• Cognitive Bias​
• Bateson Stakeholder Map​
• Training from the Back of the Room​
• DevOps and Existing Systems

Module 3: Becoming a DevOps Organisation

• Where to Start?
• How DevOps Differs?
• MVP
• The Customer
• DevOps Kaisen
• Building Safety In
• Helping People Participate

Module 4: Measure to Learn

• Value Stream Mapping
  • Current State
  • Touch Time/Wait Time
  • Value Added Activities
  • % Rework/Complete and Accurate
  • Using Metrics to Guide Improvement
• Measure to Target

Module 5: Measure to Improve

• Improvement Kata
• Experimentation
• Improvement Opportunities
• Future Value Stream Mapping

Module 6: Target Operating Models & Organisational Designs

• TOM’s and OD’s
• Conway’s Law
• Desired Outcomes
• DevOps Principles and Practices
• Scaled Agile Models
• Teal Organisations

Module 7: Articulating and Socialising Vision

• Performance Management
• Beyond Budgeting
• Empowering People
• Wilber’s Quadrants
• Karpman Drama Triangle
• Types of Change Leader
• Storytelling

Module 8: Maintaining Energy and Momentum

• Revolution, Transformation or Evolution
• Business Case for DevOps
• Culture and Climate
• Technology and the Stock Market
• Fourth Industrial Revolution
• A High-Trust Culture
• Dynamic Learning Organisations
• Kolb’s Learning Styles
• Shared Goals

DevOps Leader® Training Exam Information

The DevOps Leader® Training Exam assesses participants understanding of DevOps principles, transformational leadership, and the implementation of DevOps practices within an organisation. The format of the exam is as follows:

• Question Type: Multiple Choice
• Total Questions: 40 Questions
• Total Marks: 40 Marks
• Pass Mark: 65%, or 26/40 Marks
• Duration: 60 Minutes
• Open Book/Closed Book: Open book

Who Should Attend this DevOps Leader® Training?

This DevOps Leader® Training Course is ideal for individuals with a keen interest in expanding their knowledge of integrating development and operations for enhanced business efficiency. It is particularly beneficial for:

• IT Business Managers
• Stakeholders
• DevOps Practitioners
• IT Directors
• Product Owners
• Scrum Masters
• Operations Support Executives

Prerequisites for DevOps Leader® Training

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this DevOps Leader® Training.

DevOps Leader® Training Course Overview

A DevOps Leader® orchestrates the adoption of DevOps principles and practices within an organisation, driving technical and cultural shifts necessary for enhanced collaboration and efficiency. Their role is crucial in aligning diverse operational and development teams to achieve streamlined workflows and better product outcomes. This training cultivates a leadership mindset that is adept at managing change, fostering innovation, and achieving operational excellence, leading to improved productivity and reduced time-to-market. Proficiency in DevOps leadership is vital for those managing change in IT and business settings. Professionals such as IT Managers, Change Agents, Product Owners, and DevOps Practitioners should master this subject to effectively drive innovation, support continuous delivery, and lead high-performing, cross-functional teams.

This 2-Day DevOps Leader® Training course offered by The Knowledge Academy equips delegates with the skills to influence organisational change, promote DevOps values, and implement agile governance. It also provides practical knowledge on value stream mapping, KPIs, and leadership techniques, enabling attendees to support enterprise-level transformation confidently and successfully.

DevOps Leader® Training Course Objectives

• To understand core DevOps principles and methodologies
• To foster collaboration across development and operational teams
• To apply transformational leadership strategies effectively
• To promote continuous improvement within the organisation
• To manage and mitigate organisational change challenges
• To develop sustainable DevOps practices at scale

After attending this training, offered as part of our DevOps Courses catalogue, delegates will be equipped to effectively lead and influence their organisations in adopting DevOps practices. They will be able to drive transformational change, ensuring alignment between team goals and business objectives.

What’s included in this DevOps Leader® Training Course?

• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Digital Delegate Pack