Scrum & Agile Training (Mountain Goat Software)

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

Mountain Goat Software provides Scrum and Agile training and certification to help teams build high-performance development organizations.

Target Customer

{"Software development teams","Agile practitioners","Scrum Masters","Product Owners","Team leads and managers","Organizations seeking agile transformation"}

Key Differentiator

{"AI-powered breakout exercises used in training","ROI calculator to estimate productivity gains, improved predictability, and quality impacts","Private (tailored) and public training options, plus on-demand video training","Experienced instructors led by Mike Cohn with a long-standing focus on practical agile coaching","Combination of live online, in-person, and on-site delivery formats"}

Implementation Timeline

Value and behavioral changes are described as occurring within 90 days; course formats include 2-day certifications and ongoing learning options

Pain Points

1Not seeing results from Scrum and agile
2Messy backlog or weak user stories
3Unable to plan or deliver reliably
4Problems with teamwork or productivity

Key Features

1Public courses and private training options
2On-demand video training
3AI-powered breakout exercises
4ROI calculator to estimate impact
5Role-based training paths (e.g., Scrum Master, Product Owner) and certification options

Target Customer Industries

1Technology

Decision Makers

1Scrum Master
2Product Owner
3Product Manager

Client Results

1Shared language and consistent practices across teams within 90 days
2Faster delivery of value with fewer stalls and setbacks
3Greater confidence to adapt, collaborate, and stay agile under pressure
4Agile improvement that lasts

Competitive Advantages

1AI-powered exercises that help lessons stick
2ROI calculator to quantify potential productivity, predictability, and quality gains
3Tailored private training aligned to teams' specific needs
4Multiple delivery formats: live online, in-person, on-demand video
5Access to experienced trainers and resources from Mountain Goat Software

Key Benefits

1Faster, more reliable delivery of value

2Improved team collaboration and shared practices

3Better backlog management and user/story quality

4Durable agile improvements beyond a single training event

5Clear measurement of impact via ROI calculator

Additional Product Information

Product Description

Training and certification programs in Scrum and Agile, including private and public courses, on-demand video training, and workshops, designed to build high-performing agile teams.

Target Market

Organizations and teams pursuing Scrum/Agile adoption or improvement, particularly in software development and technology-focused environments

Unique Value Proposition

Expert-led Scrum/Agile training augmented by AI-powered breakout exercises and a practical ROI-focused approach, with flexible delivery (private/public/on-demand) and ongoing support

Technical Requirements

Online training requires internet access; some sessions may use Zoom for pre-course or workshop coordination; Live online and on-site delivery options are available

Pricing Model

Not publicly disclosed; offers private training options and public courses

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