"High-caliber cohort: real exchanges and content that goes straight into practice"
One more achievement! An amazing cohort, real exchanges, top-notch content!! It was absolutely incredible!!!! Thank you so much Antonio Polo!!! #ItWasGreat!
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Apply Kanban to the discovery and innovation flow (Upstream) in 16 live hours. Turbulent flow management, Cost of Delay and official Kanban University certification.
Official CertificationTestimonial by David Anderson, creator of the Kanban Method.
KDI certificate issued by Kanban University, globally recognized. Authorization to apply Kanban to the discovery and innovation flow.
Master the management of the discovery and innovation flow (Upstream). Cost of Delay, triage, innovation metrics and the SRM role in practice.
Retake the training as many times as you want at no additional cost. Content always up to date.
This is an Official Training certified by Kanban University. Upon completing the KDI you receive the Official Certification KDI – Kanban for Design and Innovation, authorizing you to apply Kanban to the discovery and innovation flow in organizations of any size.
Training 100% live, Monday to Thursday, 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM.
I want to register →Kanban principles and practices for creative environments. Differences between the delivery flow (Downstream) and the discovery flow (Upstream).
Mapping the dominant Upstream activities: from idea to confirmed option. Decision points, system boundaries and Kanban board structure.
How to minimize Lead Time in creative processes. Managing demand failures, speculative items, disruptive demands and discards.
Service Request Manager: role and responsibilities. Upstream cadences, SRR (Service Request Review) and SR (Service Risk Review) in practice.
Discovery effort criteria, minimization of low-value options and rigorous decisions about what deserves to advance in the innovation flow.
Invest, Shelve and Discard for prioritization. Reserve classes, RICE risk analysis, sequencing and time guillotine for Upstream options.
Essential metrics for Upstream: flow health, flow debt, COT (Transition Criteria), fitness and convex optionality in innovation decisions.
Analysis of real Kanban implementations in design and innovation teams. Discussion of success cases and practical simulations to consolidate Upstream concepts.
Map the dominant Upstream activities, from idea to confirmed option, with clearly defined decisions and system boundaries.
Minimize Lead Time in creative processes by managing demand failures, speculative items, disruptive demands and discards efficiently.
Understand the Service Request Manager role and apply Upstream cadences: SRR (Service Request Review) and SR (Service Risk Review).
Apply discovery effort criteria, minimize low-value options and decide rigorously what deserves to advance in the innovation flow.
Master Invest, Shelve and Discard, reserve classes, RICE risk analysis, sequencing and the time guillotine for Upstream options.
Use essential Upstream metrics: flow health, flow debt, transition criteria (COT), fitness and convex optionality.
Accredited Kanban Trainer · Kanban University
Reference in OKRs, Kanban and Results-Based Management. Has trained over 5,000 professionals and supported dozens of organizations in building management systems that increase strategic alignment, predictability and value delivery.
Agile Coach driving Bradesco's transformation
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"High-caliber cohort: real exchanges and content that goes straight into practice"
One more achievement! An amazing cohort, real exchanges, top-notch content!! It was absolutely incredible!!!! Thank you so much Antonio Polo!!! #ItWasGreat!
"Flow management with real data replacing guesswork in G4F deliveries"
Thank you Antonio Polo for this new learning experience!!! Happy to climb one more step!!
"Achievement that expanded the ability to facilitate agile transformations at First Decision"
One more achievement: KC!!! An amazing cohort, real exchanges, top-notch content!! It was absolutely incredible!!!! Thank you so much Antonio Polo!
"Two weeks of immersion that accelerated delivery capability and coordination at Tragetta"
It was two intense weeks of tremendous learning, knowledge exchange, with exemplary guidance from master Antonio Polo and an incredible group sharing experiences. Thank you all so much.
"Training that certainly reflected in agile application at Meta"
Antonio Polo — gratitude for preparing us so well! I am certain this training will have a direct impact on my work at Meta. Continuing to raise the bar — continuous learning and expanding skills.
"Valuable training that deepened the vision of agile management and value delivery"
A very valuable training led by our master Antonio Polo and Kanban University. Moments of great exchange and learning.
"Knowledge immediately applicable in process management and reliable delivery"
One more certification and more knowledge acquired! Thank you for all the teachings, Coach Antonio Polo.
"Technical guidance that left a real mark on a career in portfolio governance"
Antonio Polo, thank you so much for your guidance and for sharing your technical knowledge on the subject. Your influence has left an indelible mark on my educational and professional journey.
"Exceeded expectations — knowledge ready to put into practice immediately"
Yesterday I completed the OFFICIAL Kanban System training. A very hectic and intense week, but it was worth every bit of effort, because acquiring knowledge and putting it into practice is priceless. Thank you Antonio Polo — you exceeded my expectations once again.
"Kanban Method applied to achieve greater business agility with measurable results"
Since its creation, the Kanban Method has developed and evolved as an effective approach for organizations to achieve greater business agility... Thank you Antonio Polo and the entire cohort for the shared learning.
"Intense week with practical knowledge applied directly in project management at Belgo Arames"
It was an intense week of studying with an amazing team. Thank you Antonio Polo for sharing your knowledge.
"Certified Delivery Lead with Kanban — real predictability in deliveries at Odontoprev"
Yesterday I completed the Official Kanban System training. The week was quite intense, but every bit of effort was worth it, because acquiring knowledge and putting it into practice is priceless. Thank you Antonio Polo — you exceeded my expectations once again.
"Simpler, more visual, and more predictable project management with Kanban in practice"
The KANBAN GAME dynamic from the KPMI course with master Antonio Polo. A very cool activity simulating the application of KANBAN for project management! A simple, visual, and very versatile method.
"KSD certification as a foundation for a career of excellence in agile management"
Last day of training with the wonderful master Antonio Polo! Days of tremendous learning and experience sharing! One more certification earned, one more step toward becoming a highly qualified professional. Yes we Kanban!
"One more KSD certification consolidating Agile Coaching practice"
End of a wonderful training and one more certification to add. Thank you Antonio Polo.
"Kanban Game in practice — flow and prioritization moving from theory to the team"
Wrapping up the week with one more course completed! A lot of learning and experience exchange in the KPMI course with Antonio Polo. During the Kanban Game dynamic I was part of the Kanbanzeiros team!
"One more challenge conquered, expanding management and delivery skills at Oi S.A"
One more challenge overcome! Thank you for the opportunity, Antonio Polo.
"Theory and practice combined in 32 hours that broaden the view of real system improvement"
Beyond extensive reading and e-learning, there were 8 nights — 32 hours of training — guided by Antonio Polo, consisting of theory and practice, with models applied across various companies from different sectors.
"Flow management expanded across the entire organization with Kanban at scale"
Hey Community, how's everyone? I know I've been off the radar... it's part of the process. One more step taken and I'm sure it won't be the last. Gratitude to all colleagues who were present during 4 intense nights of rich content, many exchanges, and above all, empathy for one another. My respect and affection to our facilitator Antonio Polo. Let's go higher, because we need to spread Good to all four corners of this world.
"KSI certification validated in practice: an investment that is absolutely worth it"
And keeping up the certification pace... one more for the portfolio. I would like to immensely thank Antonio Polo both for the course itself and for the partnership with api ágil!!! If you haven't pursued your Kanban certifications yet... it's absolutely worth investing in Polo's training!
"Facilitation mastered: coordination of interdependent services with Kanban at scale"
KanbanSystemsImprovement checked off! I thank Antonio Polo for the masterful facilitation of this training, and all colleagues who joined us for this week of immersion. It was a very rich exchange of knowledge and shared experiences.
"A week of learning and exchanges that elevated the view of flow and delivery at Compass UOL"
Thank you Antonio Polo for a great week of learning and experience exchange!!
"Flow Metrics, Efficiency, and Forecasting applied for more accurate decisions at Stefanini"
I would like to congratulate Antonio Polo and Outcomme, and thank the entire wonderful cohort for 4 incredible nights of deep knowledge on Flow Metrics, Efficiency, and Forecasting.
"Forecasting and efficiency metrics that transformed delivery visibility in product management"
The first day of our incredible Efficiency Metrics and Forecasting Training, delivered by the renowned Antonio Polo, is simply unmissable!
"Left training with a huge arsenal of tools ready to apply"
Without a doubt one of the most rewarding courses I have ever taken. I leave with the certainty that I learned a great deal and that I will be able to contribute even more to building direction and value in companies. And with a HUGE arsenal of materials to use!
"Enriching training that clarified the vision and brought contributions from diverse organizations"
I completed the training delivered with mastery by Antonio Polo — how enriching, clarifying, and productive every moment was. The cohort was exceptional, with many exchanges and contributions from different niches and organizations.
"Transformative methodology taking the world by storm, now applied to company strategy"
Antonio Polo, thank you so much for the opportunity to understand this methodology that is taking the WORLD by storm!!
"Methodology recommended for life: focus on objectives and results that truly matter"
A methodology recommended for life!
"Rich content on flow and team organization applied directly to work"
An intense day of rich content, covering principles and practices of the Kanban method, work design, and team organization.
"Flow and delivery predictability incorporated into PMO practice"
Yes, We Kanban! Gratitude for the guidance, Antonio Polo, and for the experience exchange with the cohort.
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Upon completing the training you receive the official KDI certification, issued by Kanban University, authorizing you to apply Kanban to the discovery and innovation flow (Upstream) in any organization. The KDI complements the KMP – Kanban Management Professional but is not required for that certification.
Certification KDI verificada pela Kanban University
The KDI is a training that extends the KSI to the discovery and innovation flow (Upstream). You learn to manage the turbulent flow of creative processes with Kanban, applying Cost of Delay, triage, innovation metrics and the SRM role.
Recommended for UX/UI professionals, customer experience, project and product managers, Agile Coaches, Scrum Masters and team leaders who work with the discovery and innovation flow and want to make it more predictable and efficient.
No. The KDI is a complement to the KMP – Kanban Management Professional, but is not required for the certification. It provides specialized knowledge for professionals responsible for the discovery and innovation flow (Upstream).
Turbulent Flow refers to the characteristics of discovery and innovation work: demand failures, speculative items, disruptive demands and discards. The KDI teaches how to manage this flow to minimize Lead Time and increase predictability in creative processes.
Yes. You receive the KDI – Kanban for Design and Innovation certification, issued by Kanban University.
Yes. We offer a lifetime re-attendance guarantee: you can retake the training whenever you want at no additional cost — just request via email or WhatsApp. No hassle.
100% online and live via Zoom, 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM (Monday to Thursday). You interact in real time with the instructor and fellow participants.
We limit to 20 spots per class to ensure learning quality and individual attention to each participant.
We accept credit card (12x interest-free), bank slip and Pix. For corporate invoice payments, contact our team.
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Apenas 20 vagas por turma. Certification oficial KDI. Lifetime re-attendance guarantee.
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