Agile Development and Earned Value Management For Government Programs

This event qualifies for 7 PDUs

One Day Training Workshop

Power Seminars offers KM Systems Group (KMSG) nationally acclaimed Earned Value Management (EVM) training program.

Why is understanding Agile and EVM so important for Government Projects?

Agile development methodologies are rapidly growing in popularity in the federal government for major IT investments. This is largely driven by the desire to meet customer mission critical requirements faster and deliver business value. However, the complexity of government programs presents several challenges when deploying and utilizing an agile development methodology.

This one day interactive workshop presented by KM Systems Group (KMSG) includes classroom instruction, practical examples, and exercises. We will present an overview of Agile and EVM fundamentals as well as the benefits of combining these popular disciplines. In addition, we will provide a framework for planning, measuring performance, and forecasting for government programs using agile and EVM.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

The significant benefits of a modular development using an agile development methodology
Complying with Office of Management and Budget, agency, or program performance reporting requirements
The benefits of using EVM in conjunction with an agile development methodology
How to implement a simple methodology for Agile EVM using standard tools

Speaker and Presenter Information

KM Systems Group (KMSG) is a Project Management Institute (PMI) Registered Education Provider (REP). We are experts at defining and launching new programs and technology initiatives — from strategy and conceptual planning, through budget approval, acquisition, and project execution. KMSG’s expertise includes; Project Portfolio Management, Capital Planning and Investment Control, Earned Value Management, and Improvement of Project Management processes. Our goal is to ensure the successful completion of mission critical projects by the Federal Government and Government Contractors.

Expected Number of Attendees

Relevant Government Agencies

Air Force, Army, Navy & Marine Corps, Intelligence Agencies, DOD & Military, Office of the President (includes OMB), Dept of Agriculture, Dept of Commerce, Dept of Education, Dept of Energy, Dept of Health & Human Services, Dept of Homeland Security, Dept of Housing & Urban Development, Dept of the Interior, Dept of Justice, Dept of Labor, Dept of State, Dept of Transportation, Dept of Treasury, Dept of Veterans Affairs, EPA, GSA, USPS, SSA, NASA, Other Federal Agencies, Legislative Agencies (GAO, GPO, LOC, etc.), Judicial Branch Agencies, State Government, County Government, City Government, Municipal Government, CIA, FEMA, Office of Personnel Management, Coast Guard, National Institutes of Health, FAA, Census Bureau, USAID, National Guard Association, EEOC